mango Pineapple Smoothie
Packed with creamy, fruity flavors, this Mango Pineapple Smoothie recipe has everything you’re looking for in a healthy breakfast or an filling snack.
The smoothie is super easy to make, needs a few simple ingredients, and can be a delicious and healthy tropical drink to treat yourself to when you’re craving for something sweet and yummy.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Tasty: My favorite part about this tropical smoothie, or practically any other smoothie recipes for that matter is the fact that they pack in so many amazing Healthy Fruits and ingredients in an easy to eat format.
- Vitamins: Smoothies are a great way to fill you up and get lots of fiber, vitamins and Important Nutrients.
- No Mess: Plus, they make minimal mess, which means less cleanup time, which is a big win in my books.
Recipe Ingredients
To make this tropical smoothie from scratch, here’s all you’ll need.
- Coconut Milk: Adds creaminess and infuses the smoothie with a tropical coconut flavor.
- Frozen pineapple chunks: Provides a tangy sweetness and contributes to the tropical vibe.
- Frozen mango chunks: Imparts a sweet, refreshing flavor and boosts the vitamin C content.
- Banana: Acts as the base, giving the smoothie a creamy texture and natural sweetness.
- Lime: Brings in a citrusy twist, balancing out the sweetness.
- Mint leaves: Serves as a garnish, adding a fresh and cooling touch.
How to Make Mango Pineapple Smoothie
Here’s all the tropical smoothie ingredients ready? Here’s what you’ll need to do next.
Step 1: Blend Banana in a Blender
Peel your banana and break into 2 or 4 pieces, add to your blender.
Step 2: Add Frozen Mango Chunks and Pineapple Chunks
Add the frozen mango and pineapple chunks to the blender.
Step 3: Add Lime Juice and Coconut Milk
Then squeeze the juice of one lime and add to the blender. Then pour your coconut milk over your ingredients in the blender.
Step 4: Blend Until Smooth and Garnish
Blend until smooth. Garnish with lime wedges and mint. Serve immediately.
Cooking Tips
Ready to try this fun and refreshing smoothie recipe? Here are some more tips and tricks to help you nail the recipe.
- Flax seeds and chia seeds can be great add ins to consider throwing into this vegan tropical fruit smoothie. They’re perfect to add if you’re looking for a thicker smoothie.
- Another great idea to get a nice thick smoothie is to use frozen fruit instead of starting off with fresh fruit. Frozen banana, in particular, is great!
- I didn’t add any sugar into the drink, because I wanted to keep it healthy and let the flavor and sweetness of the fresh fruits shine.
- If you want a thinner smoothie, you can add some coconut water into it while blending it. Coconut water can also be a great alternative if you don’t have coconut milk.
- Vanilla almond milk can be another great alternative to coconut milk in this vegan smoothie recipe, and can add some creaminess to the smoothie.
- To make this refreshing and delicious smoothie more healthy, you can also add a scoop of protein powder into the mix.
Variations
I’ve used mango chunks and pineapple as the key ingredients, in addition to the bananas for this amazing vegan tropical smoothie recipe.
- Based on what you can get your hands on, you can try adding lots of different fruits too.
- Kiwi, peaches, papaya, guava and strawberries are all great fresh fruit choices. You can also add some pineapple juice and orange juice into your tropical smoothies if want a bit of that extra sweet flavor.
- To make the smoothie more healthy, you can also add some Spinach into it.
Storage Instructions
- Transfer to airtight container: Pour the smoothie into an airtight container. Make sure the container has a tight-fitting lid to prevent air from entering, which can cause oxidation and affect the taste and color of the smoothie.
- Refrigerate promptly: Place the sealed container of smoothie in the refrigerator promptly after making it. Smoothies made with fresh fruit should be refrigerated within two hours of preparation to prevent bacterial growth.
- Use within 24-48 hours: Consume the mango pineapple smoothie within 24-48 hours for the best taste and quality. While smoothies can be stored for longer periods, they may start to lose their flavor and freshness over time.
- Shake before serving: Before serving, give the stored smoothie a good shake or stir to recombine any separated ingredients. This helps ensure a consistent texture and flavor throughout.
What To Serve With This Recipe?
- Fresh Fruit: Serve a platter of fresh fruit alongside the smoothie. Slices of mango, pineapple, kiwi, strawberries, and banana would be perfect complements to enhance the tropical theme.
- Yogurt Parfait: Create individual yogurt parfaits with layers of Greek yogurt, granola, and diced tropical fruits like mango and pineapple. It adds a creamy and crunchy texture to the meal while maintaining the fruity theme.
- Pita Chips with Hummus: Offer a savory option with pita chips and hummus. The creamy and tangy hummus pairs nicely with the sweet and refreshing smoothie, creating a well-rounded snack or light meal.
- Grilled Shrimp Skewers: For a more substantial option, serve grilled shrimp skewers seasoned with tropical spices like chili, lime, and coconut. The juicy shrimp complements the fruity flavors of the smoothie for a satisfying meal.
Vegan Tropical Smoothie
This vegan tropical smoothie is a tasty and delicious smoothie you will love. It's a smoothie packed with nutrition.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup coconut milk (not the one in a can, but in a carton)
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup frozen mango chucks
- 1 banana
- 1 lime, for juice
- Mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
- 1 lime, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Peel your banana and break into 2 or 4 pieces, add to your blender.
Add the frozen mango and pineapple chunks to the blender.
Then squeeze the juice of one lime and add to the blender. Then pour your coconut milk over your ingredients in the blender.
Blend until smooth. Garnish with lime wedges and mint. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 709Total Fat: 40gSaturated Fat: 33gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 130mgCarbohydrates: 81gFiber: 7gSugar: 60gProtein: 20g
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