Escape to a sweet tropical parade with this nutrient rich green smoothie. Easily customize the fruits and veggies to your liking.
I read somewhere that the average person weighs the least on Friday and the most on Monday. As I’m thinking about everything I ate over the weekend, I believe that statement to be true for me.
As such, I love making green smoothies every Monday morning. This tropical green smoothie is perfect all year round. It’ll perk you up on those dreary grey winters, give you hope during rainy springs, and taste like sunshine all summer long!
Ingredients
Hearty, refreshing, and so easy to make. Smoothies require little time and prep. You need three components: greens, fruit, and liquid.
Any fresh leafy green will do! I highly recommend spinach, especially baby spinach because of its mild flavor. Other options include: baby kale, Swiss chard, or collards.
I opt for frozen fruits because they are picked at their peak and can last months in my freezer. Frozen fruits will make your smoothie thicker and creamier. Fresh fruits work just as well. However, the resulting smoothie will be thinner in texture.
Bananas are a staple in my kitchen, they always have a spot on the counter. Fresh or frozen bananas work.
More than 3 fruits will taste muddled and unrecognizable. For best results, choose up to THREE fruits:
- Banana
- Mango
- Pineapple
- Papaya (Hawaiian or Mexican varieties)
- Passion Fruit
- Guava
- Dragon Fruit (pitaya)
My kitchen is always stocked with coconut water. It’s a great post-workout drink rich in electrolytes. It a great alternative to sweet fruit juices (like apple juice or pineapple juice) or sports drinks.
Blending Instructions
Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender. Process until smooth! That’s it.
Adjust the balance of greens, fruits, and consistency based on your preferences. Add more or less greens, switch up the fruits, or play with the amount of liquid to make the smoothie looser or creamier.
For extra nutrients, add chia seeds, flaxseeds, or hemp hearts. Or, try a blend such as this superseed mixture.
Recipe Tip
Smoothie Popsicles: Turn your green smoothie into a frozen dessert! Pour smoothie into popsicle molds to make an all natural sweet treat.
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Tropical Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 10 oz coconut water, chilled
- ½ cup frozen mango chunks
- ½ cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 medium banana, sliced
- 4 handfuls baby spinach
Instructions
- Pour coconut water into blender. Add mango, pineapple, banana, and spinach. Cover blender with lid and process until smooth. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- Liquid: use unsweetened coconut water or almond milk
- Fruit: Frozen fruits adds body and texture, also keeps smoothie cold without diluting flavor.
- Greens: baby spinach is the mildest option. baby kale is another great option.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I made it as directed. It was delicious and refreshing. It made 2 servings, so the 2nd serving is waiting in the fridge to be devoured as an afternoon snack. I can’t wait! Thanks for sharing the recipe.
That’s wonderful to hear! Thanks for trying out the recipe. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
I make a really similar smoothie but I use white grape juice in place of the coconut water. What area of the grocery to you find your coconut water? Now I have to try it! :)
Hi Annie! Hmm, I’ve never tried white grape juice. I gotta check that out! Coconut water is usually stocked with the juices, sometimes near sports drinks. It’s super hydrating and tastes delicious ice cold.
I totally had one of these today except substitute the mango for one orange sweet bell pepper, substitute coconut water with coconut oil, plus almonds, and plus dried cranberries. Does this count as one more thing we can add to our “like” list?
I’ve never made smoothies with coconut oil. Does it blend well? And YES, add green smoothies to the list!
I want this for a snack today! I’m going to pin this beauty on my smoothies board. I happen to have a ripe mango sitting in my fridge! This looks so delicious! I also love the little banana slice garnish -too cute!
It makes for a great snack or pick-me-up! I’ve been trying to cut back on my afternoon coffee by replacing it with smoothies :)