Description
This tropical green smoothie with yogurt blends creamy Greek yogurt, sweet pineapple, and nutrient-packed spinach into a refreshing 5-minute breakfast. Bursting with tropical flavors and coconut flakes, it’s your quick ticket to a healthy, delicious start!
Ingredients
1 cup fresh spinach
½ cup frozen mango chunks
½ cup frozen pineapple chunks
½ banana
½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
¾ cup coconut milk (or water)
Optional: 1 tsp chia seeds, ice cubes
Instructions
Start with Coconut Water: Pour ½ cup coconut water into a high-powered blender. This hydrating base gets everything blending smoothly.
Add Spinach and Yogurt: Toss in 1 cup fresh spinach and ¾ cup Greek yogurt. These pack in nutrients and that velvety texture we love.
Load the Fruits and Flakes: Add ½ cup pineapple chunks, ½ banana, and 1 tablespoon coconut flakes for a sweet, tropical crunch.
Blend It Smooth: Blitz on high for about 60 seconds until it’s creamy and dreamy. Scrape the sides if any chunks are playing hide-and-seek.
Tweak the Texture: Want it thicker? Pop in a few ice cubes. Need it thinner? Splash in extra coconut water. Blend for a quick 10 seconds.
Notes
How to Serve Your Tropical Green Smoothie?
Pour into a chilled glass with a colorful straw for that tropical flair.
Sprinkle extra coconut flakes on top for a crunchy, beachy touch.
Turn it into a tropical smoothie bowl with granola, sliced banana, and more coconut flakes.
Pair with a whole-grain muffin or toast for a balanced, healthy breakfast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cup
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: ~50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g