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    Island Green Tropical Smoothie

    Published:Mar 23, 2022ยท Modified: May 14, 2024 by Keri Bevan

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    This Island Green Tropical Smoothie is a copycat recipe from Tropical Smoothie Cafe. It's the only smoothie on the menu that contains no refined sugars, and it's so frosty and refreshing that I could drink one every day.

    Island Green Tropical Smoothie with pineapple, banana and mango.
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    • Reasons You'll Love This Recipe
    • ๐Ÿ›’Ingredients
    • ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐ŸณHow To Make Island Green Tropical Smoothie
    • Recipe Tips & Tricks
    • ๐Ÿ™‹Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Tropical Cafe Smoothie Recipes
    • Craving More Healthy Breakfast Recipes?
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    If you've tried my triple berry smoothie or my chia banana boost smoothie recipes, you'll know that I love a good smoothie in the morning.

    And, Tropical Smoothie Cafe makes some of the best smoothies in the business. If you've had one, you'll know what I mean. The Island Green Smoothie is one of my favorites. So, I decided to make a copycat recipe, and here we are!

    Top Tip: You might also like Peanut Paradise Tropical Smoothie.

    Reasons You'll Love This Recipe

    • It's packed with nutrients, making this one of the healthiest smoothies you can get at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
    • It's easy to make at home.
    • There's no powders or complicated ingredients.
    • You'll be feeling all those sunny vacation vibes!
    picture of ingredients in island green tropical smoothie.

    ๐Ÿ›’Ingredients

    • Pineapple: You can buy a whole pineapple or use pre-cut pineapple. However, don't use canned pineapple.
    • Banana: The riper the better for this smoothie recipe. A ripe banana will have brown spots on it.
    • Mango: You'll only need a half cup of pineapple, which is slightly less than a whole mango. So, you can either use a whole mango and save the rest for another smoothie, or buy pre prepared mango.
    • Spinach: You can use fresh or frozen for this recipe.
    • Coconut Water: Coconut water is what gives the Island Green Smoothie that tropical vibe. If you want an extra rich and creamy smoothie, you can substitute coconut milk (from a carton).
    banana and pineapple frozen on baking tray.

    ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐ŸณHow To Make Island Green Tropical Smoothie

    1. Line a small baking tray with parchment paper.
    2. Slice the banana. If using a fresh pineapple, peel and core it. Chop ยฝ cup of fresh pineapple.
    3. Spread the banana and pineapple out on the baking tray, and stick it in the freezer for at least two hours. I like to chop up the fruit and pop it in the freezer before I go to bed, so it's ready in the morning.
    Island Green Tropical Smoothie being poured into glasses.
    island green tropical smoothie
    1. Chop a ยฝ cup of mango and add it your blender along with the frozen fruit, spinach and coconut water. Bend until your smoothie is rich and creamy. Some blenders are better at blending frozen fruit than others. Here's a breakdown of the best blenders to use when blending frozen fruit. If you don't have a high powered blender, you'll still be ok - just be sure to stop blending periodically so your blender doesn't overheat.
    2. Pour into a glass.
    3. Enjoy your Island Green Tropical Smoothie!
    Island green tropical smoothie with pineapple in background.
    island green tropical smoothie

    Recipe Tips & Tricks

    • Swap the spinach for kale for an added superfood boost.
    • Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a citrus note.
    • Add a scoop of vegan protein powder.
    • For an extra thick smoothie, reduce the amount of coconut water you use.
    • Meal prep your smoothies by freezing several portions of fruit on a baking tray, and transferring them to an airtight container.

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    If so, I'd love to see it! Tag me on Instagram @thisdailydish. Or, leave me a comment below. It makes my day, and your feedback helps other readers.

    ๐Ÿ™‹Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the Island Green Tropical Smoothie healthy?

    It's packed with Vitamins and contains no refined sugars, but there's a dose of fiber from the spinach.

    Can I use fresh fruit, or do I have to use frozen fruit?

    You can use all fresh fruit if you want. Using a combination will result in a frostier and creamier smoothie.

    I want a smoothie without bananas. Can I omit the bananas in this recipe?

    The consistency and texture will change dramatically, so I wouldn't recommend it. Check out my smoothie without bananas recipe for a smoothie that is thick and creamy, but without bananas.

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    Island Green Tropical Smoothie.

    Island Green Tropical Smoothie

    Keri Bevan
    This Island Green Tropical Smoothie is a copycat recipe from Tropical Smoothie Cafe. It's the only smoothie on the menu that contains no refined sugars, and it's so frosty and refreshing that I could drink one very day.
    4.85 from 71 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 smoothie
    Calories 248 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 banana sliced and frozen
    • ยฝ cup pineapple chopped and frozen
    • ยฝ cup mango chopped
    • 1 cup coconut water
    • 1 cup spinach

    Instructions
     

    • Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Slice the banana and pineapple. Spread the pieces out evenly on the baking tray, and freeze for at least two hours.
    • Chop the mango and add it to the blender along with the frozen fruit, coconut water and spinach.
    • Blend until the smoothie is thick and creamy.

    Notes

    1. Add a vegan protein powder for an added protein boost.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 279mgPotassium: 1418mgFiber: 9gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 3829IUVitamin C: 94mgCalcium: 113mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Rick Broida

      June 08, 2023 at 4:00 pm

      5 stars
      I've been making this in a portable blender; comes out great, but I strongly recommend pouring in the coconut water first, then adding the spinach, then the frozen fruit on top. I also use a bit less banana, just because there's not a ton of room in the tumbler.

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      • Keri Bevan

        June 08, 2023 at 7:22 pm

        Hi Rick, Those are great tips! Thanks so much for sharing. It really helps other readers.x

        Reply
    2. M. Beatty

      July 18, 2022 at 1:17 pm

      Many people, like me, are allergic to mangos. Do you have an alternative?

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      • Keri Bevan

        July 19, 2022 at 12:48 pm

        Hi there, I think a peach or a papya would be fantastic in this recipe. Let me know how you get on! x

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