Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
– 1 ripe banana, sliced
– 1 cup mango chunks (frozen or fresh)
– 1 cup coconut water or regular water
– ½ cup Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
– 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (to taste)
– Ice cubes (optional, for a cold smoothie)
– Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Creating the Tropical Smoothie Sunrise Sunset is simple and enjoyable. Follow these steps for a delightful treat:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and place them on a clean countertop.
2. Add Fruits to Blender: Begin by adding the fresh pineapple chunks, sliced banana, and mango chunks to your blender.
3. Add Liquid: Pour in the coconut water or regular water. This will help the blending process and provide hydration.
4. Incorporate Yogurt: If you’re using Greek yogurt, add it to the blender. It gives a nice creamy texture.
5. Sweeten It Up: Add honey or agave syrup according to your taste preferences. If your fruits are sweet enough, you can skip this step.
6. Blend Until Smooth: Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
7. Adjust Consistency: If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add ice cubes to the blender and blend again until your desired consistency is reached.
8. Taste Test: Take a quick taste to ensure the flavor is spot on. You can adjust the sweetness or add more water if needed.
9. Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into chilled glasses.
10. Garnish: Top with fresh mint leaves for an added touch of flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 2g
- Protein: 4g