This fresh and fruity tropical green smoothie is made with mango, pineapple and a little kick of ginger.
Smoothies are my favorite way to start each day. Ideal for using up whatever fresh fruit and veggies I have on hand, I love mixing and matching different flavor combinations to switch up my morning breakfast. It helps that my kids love them, too, and it’s a great way to make sure we are all getting the vitamins and nutrients we need! This Tropical Green Smoothie is a favorite of mine, as it helps get anyone to eat more dark, leafy greens.
Ingredients
- Banana: Helps give the smoothie more of a creamy texture, and add some natural sweetness.
- Mango: A bit buttery in texture, it’s both sweet to the taste and smell.
- Pineapple: Full of vitamin C and somewhat sweet and sour in flavor.
- Ginger: Along with being great for digestive health, the ginger gives a little spicy kick to balance out the juicy, sweet tropical fruit.
- Lemon juice: For another Vitamin C boost and a little acidity to balance the sweetness of the fruit, I squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
- Leafy greens: Spinach, kale, chard, or even fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley are all fantastic sources of iron, vitamin K, and antioxidants.
- Flaxseed meal: One of my favorite smoothie add-ins, it doesn’t really do much to the flavor or texture, but is full of omega 3 fatty acids.
HOw to Make a Tropical Green Smoothie
Start your smoothie by peeling and cutting the banana, mango, pineapple, and ginger. Then wash your leafy greens.
Then add all of your ingredients to a blender.
Add a handful of ice and blend until smooth, adding more ice or water until you reach your desired consistency.
Once fully blended, pour into glasses.
Serve and enjoy your Tropical Green Smoothie!
Tips From the Chef
- In the off-seasons when certain fresh produce isn’t as easy to find and can be a bit cost-prohibitive, I turn to frozen fruit to make my smoothies! Makes it so that you don’t have to use as much ice, either.
- For a bit of a thicker, creamier smoothie, use milk instead of water. To keep it vegan or dairy free, use coconut milk or almond milk. For added protein, use plain Greek yogurt!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do leafy greens lose nutrients when blended?
Can I make this smoothie in advance?
Which is healthier, blending or juicing?
More Smoothie Recipes
- Chocolate Oatmeal Smoothie
- High Protein Blueberry Kale Smoothie
- Cherry Vanilla Smoothie
- Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Smoothie
- Green Detox Smoothie
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A tasty way to make sure you’re getting enough fruits and veggies in your diet, my Tropical Green Smoothie will become a regular part of your morning routine in no time.
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Tropical Green Smoothie
Ingredients
Equipment
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender and puree until smooth. Add ice to thicken until you've reached desired consistency. Pour between four glasses to serve.
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