Description
This Tropical Green Smoothie combines fresh spinach, frozen banana, pineapple, and mango with coconut water for a creamy, nutritious drink. Ideal for a quick breakfast or a refreshing snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 ripe banana, frozen
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks, frozen
- 1/2 cup mango chunks, frozen
- 1 cup coconut water (or almond milk for a creamier texture)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a thicker consistency)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: Lay everything out on the counter for a smoother process.
- Wash the spinach: Rinse the fresh spinach under cold water and let it drain in a colander.
- Prepare the fruits: If not using pre-frozen fruit, chop the banana, pineapple, and mango into chunks, place them on a baking sheet, and freeze for about 2 hours.
- Measure out the liquids: Pour 1 cup of coconut water (or almond milk) into a measuring cup.
- Get your blender ready: Ensure your blender is clean and ready to use.
- Add the spinach: Place the fresh spinach leaves at the bottom of the blender.
- Add the frozen fruits: Toss in the frozen banana, pineapple, and mango chunks.
- Pour in the liquid: Add the coconut water (or almond milk) to the blender.
- Add optional ingredients: Sprinkle in chia seeds and drizzle honey or agave syrup if desired.
- Blend it up: Secure the lid and blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high speed for 30-60 seconds until smooth.
- Check the consistency: Stop the blender and adjust thickness by adding ice cubes or more liquid as needed.
- Taste the smoothie: Adjust sweetness with more honey or agave syrup if desired.
- Adjust the thickness: Add more coconut water or almond milk for a thinner consistency if preferred.
- Prepare your glasses: Grab your favorite smoothie glasses or bowls.
- Pour the smoothie: Carefully pour the blended smoothie into the glasses.
- Garnish (optional): Add extra fruit, chia seeds, or a slice of pineapple for decoration.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for a few hours.
- Sip and savor: Enjoy your delicious tropical green smoothie!
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use almond milk instead of coconut water.
- Adjust sweetness and thickness to your preference.
- Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored for a short time in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes