Tropical Sunrise Protein Smoothie (Printable)
Creamy blend of tropical fruits with protein boost for energizing mornings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 cup frozen mango chunks
02 - 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
03 - 1 small banana, sliced
→ Liquids
04 - 1 cup fresh orange juice
05 - 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
→ Protein
06 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
→ Extras (optional)
07 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
09 - Ice cubes, as needed
# Directions:
01 - Add the frozen mango chunks, pineapple chunks, sliced banana, orange juice, coconut milk, and vanilla protein powder to a high-speed blender.
02 - If desired, add chia seeds, honey or agave syrup, and a handful of ice cubes for a colder, thicker consistency.
03 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender jar as needed to ensure even blending.
04 - Divide the smoothie evenly between two glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a slice of fresh fruit or a light sprinkle of chia seeds if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It takes roughly five minutes from the time you open the freezer to the time you are sipping something that tastes like vacation.
- The protein powder blends in so seamlessly you forget it is there, which is honestly the highest compliment I can give protein powder.
02 -
- Protein powder can clump if you dump it straight onto frozen fruit so layer it between the liquids and fruit for the smoothest blend.
- If your blender is not high speed, let the frozen fruit sit for two minutes before blending because burned out motors are not a fun breakfast story.
03 -
- Freeze your bananas when they are at peak ripeness with brown spots because that is when they are sweetest and they will blend into the smoothest texture.
- A pinch of salt sounds wrong in a smoothie but it actually sharpens all the tropical flavors and makes everything taste more vibrant.