Recipes

Tropical Smoothie

by Greg Bastin on Oct 10, 2018

Tropical Smoothie
Enjoy the island flavors of coconut milk, mango, and pineapple anytime. It’s like a pina colada, with health benefits. Best of all, you don’t have to be on a vacation to enjoy this smoothie. You can make it anytime you want because it’s ready in less than five minutes.
If you’ve had a stress filled day, drink this to recover and relax. The mango and pineapple will give your body a boost of lasting energy while the collagen and coconut milk will stimulate your recovery. The mouthwateringly delicious flavor will make you crave it again.

Directions

  • 1Add everything to blender
  • 2Blend and enjoy

Ingredient benefits

Coconut Milk
Coconut is the star ingredient in so many delicious Thai and Indian foods. It’s so loved that coconuts now grow on every subtropical coastline around the world. Let’s be honest, if you don’t like the way something tastes you won’t use it often. Coconut milk tastes great so you’ll actually enjoy using it.

Collagen Peptides
Collagen is the glue that holds us together. In fact, the word collagen originates from the Greek word, “kolla” meaning glue. It helps provide the structure for your bones, tendons, muscles, skin, digestive system and more. Over the years we have lost out on the benefits of this powerful superfood.

Mango
Mangoes are filled with fiber, vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium, as well as powerful antioxidants. The beneficial digestive enzymes in mangos also aid digestive health. With the sweet succulent taste, frozen mango makes a great addition to any smoothie.

Pineapple Juice
Fresh pineapple juice contains an abundance of vitamins, minerals, and enzymes beneficial for health. Their enzymes can help digest proteins and also offer anti-inflammatory benefits. For the healthiest juice, look for no added sugar, sweeteners, or preservatives.

Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are tiny but pack a mighty nutritional punch. They contain omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, antioxidants, iron, and calcium, and can be added to almost any recipe. They’re extremely versatile so it’s no wonder why they have become one of the most popular superfoods in the health community.