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    Vegan Tropical Smoothie

    Published: Apr 2, 2021 · Modified: Aug 8, 2022 by Tajda Ferko This post may contain affiliate links

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    This vegan tropical smoothie is the perfect refreshment. A mix of mango, pineapple and coconut with an added touch of zesty orange juice and sweet bananas.

    Yellow tropical smoothie being poured from a blender into a ribbed glass cup.
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    • Why Make This
    • Ingredients
    • Step-by-step Process
    • How To Cut A Pineapple
    • Expert Tips
    • FAQ
    • More Smoothie Recipes
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    • Vegan Tropical Smoothie

    Why Make This

    • So easy to make
    • Contains the ideal ingredient ratio for the perfect thickness
    • Mango, pineapple and coconut make up the perfect flavour combo
    • Ginger gives it an extra flavour kick
    • Energising and refreshing
    • Easy to customise 
    • Can be made in a batch and then frozen

    Ingredients

    These are the ingredients you’ll need to make a vegan tropical smoothie.

    All ingredients needed to make a vegan tropical smoothie laid out on a flat surface.

    Ingredient Notes

    Pineapple: I used a medium-sized pineapple. Scroll down for instructions on how to cut it.

    Mango: I used frozen mango. Can be substituted for fresh.

    Coconut water: Choose coconut water with no added sugar. This will ensure your smoothie is not too sweet.

    Bananas: Wait until your bananas are perfectly ripe, with brown spots around the edges of the skin.

    Step-by-step Process

    An overhead view of various types of fruit it a blender before the blending process.
    1. Prepare your ingredients by cutting the pineapple into cubes and removing the skin from your ginger.
    2. First, pour coconut water into a blender. Add freshly squeezed orange juice.
    3. Add the remaining ingredients.
    4. Blend at high speed for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth.
    5. Adjust the thickness to taste - add more liquids if required.
    6. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated in an airtight container for later.

    How To Cut A Pineapple

    If you're not super familiar with cutting pineapple, the task can seem intimidating. But don't worry, it's actually super easy to cut.

    A collage of three images showing how to cut a pineapple.
    1. Cut off and discard the top.
    2. Remove all the skin, being careful not to cut too much into the fleshy inside.
    3. Chop up the inside into cubes.

    That's it - so much easier than it looks!

    Expert Tips

    A close-up overhead image of a yellow smoothie in a glass.

    Add coconut water first - whenever you make a smoothie, remember to add liquids first. This will make sure the blade turns more easily.

    Blend, blend, blend - I can't stress the importance of this enough. Make sure you blend your smoothie until there are no bits of fruit left. You'll want to let it blend for at least 2-3 minutes.

    Customise to taste - you might prefer a thicker or a thinner smoothie depending on your personal taste. Don't be afraid to customise it.

    Enjoy fresh - don't wait around, smoothies are best enjoyed fresh. Scroll down for instructions on how to store your smoothie.

    FAQ

    A flatlay view of various cups of tropical smoothie with various ingredients placed next to it.
    How can I make this smoothie more runny?

    Simply add more liquids - water, coconut water or orange juice.

    How can I make the smoothie thicker?

    Add more ripe bananas, mango or pineapple.

    How do I store this smoothie?

    Transfer it to an airtight container and keep in the fridge for a maximum of 2 days.

    Is this smoothie gluten-free?

    Yes!

    Can I add protein powder to this smoothie?

    Yes, feel free to add protein powder. I find that unflavoured or vanilla protein powder works best.
    Do keep in mind that adding protein powder might change the consistency of your smoothie.

    How do I know if the pineapple is ripe?

    If your pineapple exterior is deep yellow and slightly soft at the touch, this means it's ripe.
    Check out this article for more tips on how to tell if your pineapple is ripe.

    More Smoothie Recipes

    If you enjoyed my vegan tropical smoothie, you might want to check out:

    • Oat milk smoothie
    • 6 Plant-based Smoothies
    • Matcha Protein Shake

    Or browse through my delicious recipes section here.

    🍴Recipe

    Vegan Tropical Smoothie

    A refreshing, easy-to-make vegan tropical smoothie bursting with flavor.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Blending Time: 2 minutes
    Total Time: 7 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 223kcal
    Author: Tajda Ferko

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Measuring cups or scales

    Ingredients

    • 240 ml coconut water
    • 2 oranges juice only
    • 2 ripe bananas
    • 1 thumb ginger large thumb
    • 1 pineapple
    • 100 g frozen mango
    US Cups - Metric

    Instructions

    • Prepare your ingredients by cutting the pineapple into cubes and removing the skin from your ginger.
    • Pour coconut water into a blender. Add freshly squeezed orange juice.
    • Add the remaining ingredients.
    • Blend at high speed for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth.
    • Adjust the thickness to taste - add more liquids if required.
    • Serve immediately or keep refrigerated in an airtight container for later.

    Notes

    • Always add liquids first.
    • Blend until completely smooth and no hard bits remain.
    • To make your smoothie thicker, add more bananas.
    • To make it thinner, add more coconut water (or just water).
    • Best enjoyed fresh.
    • If desired, serve with a handful of ice cubes.
    • Place in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 48 hours.
    • Alternatively, pour into an ice cube tray and freeze for later.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 769mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 587IU | Vitamin C: 159mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 1mg

    Disclaimer: The nutritional information above is calculated automatically. The author of this post cannot guarantee 100% accuracy of this data.

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