Mango Pineapple Smoothie

This mango pineapple smoothie is bursting with tropical flavors. It’s healthy, easy to make, and the perfect refreshing drink on a hot day. You’ll love the tasty coconut milk, juicy pineapples, sweet mangos, creamy banana, tangy orange juice, and the anti-inflammatory effects of turmeric.

I love smoothies because they are perfect for a quick breakfast or mid-day snack. They can help boost your fruit and vegetable intake, they’re a good source of fiber, and you can easily customize smoothies to suit your nutritional needs.

This mango pineapple smoothie is inspired by a smoothie I used to order from a local café. Since I bought my Vitamix blender, I’ve been hooked on making smoothies at home. It’s cheaper and I can control the ingredients based on my taste preferences.

Mango pineapple smoothie ingredients

This smoothie uses only 7 ingredients. I recommend using frozen fruit instead of ice cubes to help keep the smoothie cold. Here’s everything you’ll need to make this delicious smoothie:

Mango: I use frozen mango for this smoothie. It’s rich in vitamins A and C, has antioxidants that support heart health, and is full of fiber to aid digestion.

Pineapple: I use frozen pineapple for this smoothie. It contains bromelain, which is a group of enzymes that can aid in the digestion of protein. It’s also rich in vitamin C and a good source of fiber.

Banana: I use half of a frozen banana for this smoothie. Bananas are a good source of potassium, which is essential for maintaining healthy blood pressure. They also contain magnesium and vitamins B6 and C.

Orange: I use freshly squeezed orange juice for this smoothie. Orange juice is rich in vitamin C, folate, and good for hydration.

Coconut Milk: I use coconut milk from a carton (not a can) for this recipe. Coconut milk from a carton is thinner than canned coconut milk, which makes for a great dairy-free milk option.  

You can also use an almond & coconut milk blend or your favorite non-dairy milk to make this smoothie.

Turmeric: I use ground turmeric for this smoothie because that’s usually what I keep in my pantry. It’s rich in antioxidants and contains anti-inflammatory effects, which can support overall health.

Black Pepper: I use just a pinch of freshly ground black pepper in this smoothie. This can help enhance the absorption of curcumin, which is the active compound in turmeric.

How to make this mango pineapple smoothie

1. Add the coconut milk and freshly squeezed orange juice to a high-powered blender. Then add the turmeric, a pinch of black pepper, frozen mango, frozen pineapple, and frozen banana.
2. Blend everything until creamy and smooth, using more milk as needed to reach your desired consistency.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Substitutions and optional additions

My favorite part about making a smoothie is that you can easily customize it to suit your taste preferences. Below are some popular substitutions and optional additions:

Add a handful of baby spinach of green kale to get a serving of vegetables. This will turn your smoothie into a beautiful green color, and you won’t be able to taste the leafy greens.

Use filtered water or your favorite non-dairy milk instead of coconut milk.

Add a scoop of protein powder to increase the protein content of this smoothie. I like adding vanilla flavored protein powder.

Add 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseeds, chia seeds or hemp seeds. These are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, which are good for heart health and digestion.

Keep it vegan by using non-dairy milk in this smoothie.

Meal prep and storing smoothies

Prep smoothie packs for the freezer: Add the frozen fruit and dry goods to a freezer-safe container. This includes the mango, pineapple, and banana.

When you’re ready to make your smoothie, dump the ingredients into your blender and add the liquids (coconut milk and orange juice) and dry ingredients (turmeric and black pepper), and blend until creamy and smooth.

Storing your smoothie: This smoothie tastes best immediately after blending it. If you can’t drink it right away, it will keep up to 24 hours in the refrigerator in an airtight container. 

Please let me know how you like this mango pineapple smoothie in the comments below! Your feedback and review encourages me to keep creating new and yummy recipes. I hope you love this smoothie as much as I do.

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