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ThisTropical Smoothieis easy to make and it tastes incredible. Whether you are looking for a light breakfast or a tasty afternoon treat, this is the perfect way to enjoy some sunny goodness!
Do you have a smoothie that you can drink every day and not get tired of it? This Tropical Smoothie is so refreshing and tasty that I am making it almost daily. I am craving it as I am writing about it, so… You know what? I’ll be right back
Now that I have a glass of it by my side, I can talk more about it. This smoothie has tons of health benefits and includes plenty of vitamin C. It's like enjoying a beach vacation at home. Let's look at why I love this recipe soooo much.
Tropical Smoothie video tutorial
Why I love this Tropical Smoothie
There are so many good things I'd like to say about this Tropical Smoothie:
- IT'S SIMPLE.Only 4 ingredients here.
- IT'S VERSATILE.You can easily customize it to your liking.
- IT'S COLORFUL.Just look at this sun-filled glass!
- IT'S HEALTHY.Just fruits and coconut water.
- IT'S TASTY.Oh, yes! It's so tasty!
What do you put in Tropical Smoothie?
I find that the combination of bananas, frozen mangoes, and frozen pineapple works the best. But frozen papaya, guava, jackfruit, or strawberries could be added as well.
Of course, you can use fresh fruit here. I love buying frozen fruit because it’s super convenient, and some may argue that it is equally nutritious when compared to fresh fruit. I drink smoothies every day, so you can find all kinds of frozen fruit in my freezer. (I do eat a lot of fresh fruit, too).
Note: if you are using only fresh fruits in this recipe, add 1 cup of ice.
Coconut Water VS. Coconut Milk
You can use coconut water or coconut milk in this Tropical Smoothie recipe. I prefer coconut water because it makes the smoothie lighter and more refreshing. But coconut milk adds a creamy feel to the smoothie, so you may like it even more. Both coconut water and coconut milk are very healthy. I even enjoy mixing them together. Please note that I am referring to Dairy Free Coconut Milk Alternative, not the full-fat coconut milk. I absolutely LOVE thisVita Coco Coconut Milk!
How to make Tropical Smoothie
That’s the easiest part! You’ll just need to throw all of the ingredients (fresh bananas, frozen mangoes, frozen pineapple, and coconut water) in a blender and process until smooth.
Tips for the best Tropical Smoothie
- Use frozen fruit.Frozen ripe bananas especially add creaminess to the smoothie.
- Enjoy immediately.It's best to drink this soon after making it as the smoothie will melt and thin out as it sits.
Add-ins and substitutions
- Add fruit juices. Make this recipe with some orange juice, pineapple juice, or mango juice.
- Use different fruits.Change up the fruit flavors with some kiwis, berries, or other delicious tropical fruits.
- Add ice cream.Go for a really creamy texture by making this with vanilla ice cream.
How to store it
Store this fruity drink in the refrigerator for a day. It will start to melt though, so it's best to enjoy it fresh.
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Tropical Smoothie
Tania Sheff
This Tropical Smoothie is easy to make and it tastes incredible. Whether you are looking for a light breakfast or a tasty afternoon treat, you'll definitely enjoy this sunny goodness!
4.72 from 21 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 241 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup frozen mango
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 2 cups coconut water*
Instructions
Place all of the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.
2 ripe bananas, 1 cup frozen mango, 1 cup frozen pineapple, 2 cups coconut water*
Notes
* You can use coconut milk instead, if preferred.
Add-ins and substitutions
- Add fruit juices. Make this recipe with some orange juice, pineapple juice, or mango juice.
- Use different fruits.Change up the fruit flavors with some kiwis, berries, or other delicious tropical fruits.
- Add ice cream.Go for a really creamy texture by making this with vanilla ice cream.
How to store it
Store this fruity drink in the refrigerator for a day. It will start to melt though, so it's best to enjoy it fresh.
Nutrition
Calories: 241kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSodium: 254mgPotassium: 1250mgFiber: 8gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 1015IUVitamin C: 85.5mgCalcium: 83mgIron: 1.4mg
Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below, I can't wait to hear from you!
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Reader Interactions
Comments
Tamy R McDonald says
Would love to try this but what could I use as alternative to frozen mango as I am allergic to mangos and still get a refreshing tropical taste?
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Tania Sheff says
Hi Tamy! Try to use frozen peach instead. Enjoy!
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Anil Majmudar says
Exlant we enjoy very much thanks for the same
Anil Majmudar
Valdad gujaratReply
Tania Sheff says
Thank you!
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Sassy says
This smoothie taste very good thank you for letting us know about it.
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Tania Sheff says
Thanks, Sassy!
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DDMAIGONA says
I love this recipe! I make same but I also add passionfruits to give it a beautiful looking finish and taste! It’s just heavenly. I agree that this smoothie can’t be tiring! It’s amazing. A touch of either mint or ginger also. Nice!
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Tania Sheff says
Thank you so much!
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Michelle says
This looks so refreshing! We eat so many heavy meals in the winter it's nice to keep things light once in a while!Reply
Tania says
So true. Thanks, Michelle!
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