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This Tropical Smoothie recipe is a cool and creamy smoothie drink filled with tropical flavors. Loaded with protein and so easy to make. Perfect as a breakfast meal replacement or a refreshing drink in between meals.
This easy protein smoothie makes you feel like you are at a tropical island with its cool and refreshing flavor. Healthy and loaded with flavor and a huge boost of vitamin C to give your immune system a nice boost. It is made with mango, pineapple, banana, coconut milk, and some whey protein. The protein is optional for those who prefer not to add it, but a nice addition for those who are looking to increase their protein intake. This Tropical Smoothie recipe makes for a nice post-workout drink.
To make this smoothie recipe vegan, you can use a plant-based protein instead of whey protein.
Why this smoothie is so good
- Easy: so easy to make, it takes just 5 minutes to put all the ingredients in a blender and just blend.
- Healthy: made with fresh and healthy ingredients with some added protein.
- Delicious: Bursting with flavors it will virtually transport you to a tropical island.
Ingredients you will need
- Frozen Mango
- Frozen Pineapple
- Pineapple juice
- Banana
- Coconut milk
- Whey protein or plant-based protein
How to make the protein smoothie
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Place the pineapple juice, protein powder, coconut milk, banana, mango, and pineapple in a blender; blend until completely smooth.
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Pour the smoothie into 2 glasses and add optional garnishes if desired. Serve immediately.
FAQ’s and tips
Substitutes:
- In place of pineapple juice, you can use coconut water or freshly squeezed orange juice.
- You can use plant-based protein instead of whey protein. Or you may skip the protein entirely
- Use frozen fruits. Using frozen mango and pineapple will ensure a thick and creamy smoothie.
- It is best to drink this smoothie when you make it and not store it. It can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days but it will melt and be on the watery side.
What is the best liquid to put in a smoothie
Some options of liquids to use on your smoothie are water, ice, milk, coconut water, coffee, tea, and juices. Going for a healthier option, use coconut water or almond milk. Looking to give your smoothie a protein boost? Use milk products like dairy or non-dairy milk. A nice option we like is pea protein milk. There are so many great options out there.
What yogurt is best for a smoothie
Avoid using high sugar yogurts in your smoothie since your smoothie may already have quite a bit of natural sugars from the fruits you are using. Great options are greek yogurts or plant-based yogurts that are high protein low in carbs. You may use flavored kinds as well depending on what type of smoothie you are making.
Try these other smoothies
- Pineapple Kale Smoothie
- Strawberries and cream smoothie
- Vanilla Berry Smoothie Bowl
- Chocolate peanut butter smoothie bowl
- Berry Coconut Smoothie bowl
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Tropical Protein Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Scoop Whey Protein
- 3/4 Cup Pineapple juice
- 1 Banana
- 1/2 Cup Light coconut milk
- 1 Cup Frozen mango
- 1 Cup Frozen pineapple
- Optional garnishes: lime slices, raspberries, pineapple wedges
Instructions
- Place the pineapple juice, protein powder, coconut milk, banana, mango, and pineapple in a blender; blend until completely smooth.
- Pour the smoothie into 2 glasses and add optional garnishes if desired. Serve immediately
Notes
- In place of pineapple juice, you can use coconut water or freshly squeezed orange juice.
- You can use plant-based protein instead of whey protein. Or you may skip the protein entirely
- Use frozen fruits. Using frozen mango and pineapple will ensure a thick and creamy smoothie.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
