Mango Pineapple Smoothie

If you are looking for a delicious and tropical experience for your taste buds, a mango pineapple smoothie is the perfect treat to enjoy this summer. This smoothie comes together quickly and will leave you refreshed.

As the summer heat is upon us, this mango pineapple smoothie has become my new go to drink. I used to like the McDonald's pineapple mango smoothie, but I love that I can make my own at home in literally 5 minutes! Just pop the ingredients in the blender and in no time, I can enjoy this sweet and creamy tropical treat on my back patio.

A bonus to making at home is that you can customize to your liking. Sometimes I add in a scoop of vanilla protein powder or top with some chia seeds for added crunch.

Pineapple and mangoes are loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants.  In addition, mangoes also have quite a bit of vitamin A and potassium. This is such a sweet treat but also a nutritious and healthy one too.  This smoothie is the perfect way to enjoy those tropical flavored fruits. If you enjoy smoothies, you might also like to try this pineapple banana smoothie or this avocado spinach smoothie.

Ingredients

• Mango - A juicy and tropical fruit. Frozen chunks are best, but you can use fresh.
• Pineapple - A sweet and tart fruit. Like the mango's, frozen chunks are best but can use fresh. 
• Mango Nectar - A sweet mango-based syrup. You can typically find it in your local grocery store. Jumex and Goya are the most popular brands.
• Ice - Optional ingredient and is only needed if you are using fresh fruit instead of frozen.
• Mint Leaves - Another optional ingredient but helps give the smoothie a hint of minty flavor. Also, great to use as a garnish.

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Instructions

To make a mango pineapple smoothie, simply blend all ingredients in a blender until you reach a smooth consistency. You'll find the full details here.

Hint: I like to use frozen fruit instead of fresh. This not only eliminates the need for ice, which can dilute the flavor, but also ensures a thick and creamy texture. Additionally, adding a splash of coconut water can enhance the tropical taste and provide extra hydration.

Variations

This smoothie is very versatile. You can take the base ingredients and just add on from there your preferences. Here are a few suggestions to try:

• Mix in your favorite fruit. Add in avocadoes or banana slices to thicken the smoothie even more. You can also add in peaches, blueberries, or strawberries to change up the flavor profile.
• Use coconut water. You can add in a splash of coconut water to expand even more on the tropical flavor. Coconut water is full of electrolytes and is lower in calories.
• Use milk or yogurt. In place of the mango nectar, you can use any type of milk either regular or plant based as well as yogurt to be the thickener for the smoothie. Greek yogurt is a wonderful source of added protein.
• Add a scoop of protein powder. Add a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder. This is great after a workout for recovery.
• Add a topping. Top your smoothie with chia seeds, hemp hearts, granola, coconut flakes or sliced almonds to give it a nice crunch.
• Turn into a smoothie bowl. Instead of drinking through a straw, blend up the smoothie then place in a bowl. Add in your favorite toppings.

Try adding a little strawberry lemonade to the mix for a change of color and flavor.

Tips

• Use frozen fruit. If possible, frozen fruit is the best to use because it will give the smoothie a creamier, richer, and thicker texture without the need for ice.
• Use a high-powered blender. A high-powered blender is needed when blending frozen fruit and the ice, if needed. These blenders will help the smoothie have a smoother texture.
• To make the smoothie thicker, add additional frozen fruit or ice until you reach the desired consistency.
• To make the smoothie thinner, add water until you reach the desired consistency.
• To cut the sweetness, add a splash of lemon juice. The acidity will help balance out the sweetness.

Serving suggestions

This smoothie is a great option for a quick breakfast on the go. If you have more time, you might also enjoy it with these egg white frittatas or these waffles.

Smoothies are also great to turn into a smoothie bowls. Just blend up the ingredients and place in a bowl. Top with some granola or chia seeds and you have yourself a wonderful breakfast or snack.Another great way to enjoy this mango pineapple smoothie is after a workout. You can enjoy it with a handful of these candied almonds or even with these lemon ricotta cookies as a post-workout snack.

Storage

To store any remaining mango pineapple smoothie for later, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it. To help maintain freshness and flavor, it is best consumed within 24 hours.

You can also freeze your smoothie for up to 3 months. Pour any remaining smoothie into ice cube trays and then transfer the frozen cubes to a freezer bag. These are great when you want a taste of tropical goodness or to cool off on a hot day.

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Related Recipes

Here are a few more refreshing drink recipes you may want to try:

• Vanilla bean frappucino is a copycat of the popular Starbucks drink.
• Sonic cherry limeade tastes as good or better than the original.
• Iced blackberry tea is a delicious way to enjoy fresh blackberries.
• Coconut shake is a thick and creamy beverage with a tropical twist.
• Shirley Temple drink is perfect mocktail to enjoy over summer.

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