This copycat Detox Island Green Tropical Smoothie is equally healthy and delicious! Full of refreshing fruit, bright flavors, and nutritious ingredients - this green detox smoothie will become your new go-to breakfast or snack.
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- Why you'll love this Island Green Smoothie recipe
- What's in the detox Island Green Tropical Smoothie?
- Ingredients & optional substitutions
- Is Tropical Smoothie detox island green healthy?
- Step by step instructions
- Storing Your Smoothie
- Recipe Notes
- More smoothie recipes to try:
- Detox Island Green Tropical Smoothie
The Detox Island Green Smoothie is one of the most popular orders at Tropical Smoothie Cafe. It is so delicious so I just had to make my own homemade version of it!
This smoothie has no added sugar to it, which I love. All the natural sweetness comes from the yummy fruit in the smoothie, which is well balanced out by the dark leafy greens.
Why you'll love this Island Green Smoothie recipe
- Healthy and delicious. This smoothie uses ingredients that are full of nutrients but also taste delcious and refreshing.
- Easy to make. This smoothie can be made in just minutes using fresh or frozen fruits.
- All natural. All the sweetness and flavor in this smoothie comes purely from the natural ingredients.
- A refreshing boost. Full of bright flavors, this chilled smoothie is a healthy and refreshing boost for your body.
Another yummy green smoothie to try is my Pineapple Spinach Smoothie!
What's in the detox Island Green Tropical Smoothie?
An island green tropical smoothie is made with all natural ingredients that are healthy and full of flavor. It is a green smoothie which combines dark leafy greens (spinach and kale) with lots of tropical fruit (mango and pineapple) along with a kick of fresh ginger.
Ingredients & optional substitutions
- Banana. Frozen bananas are best for making smoothies as they add a thick creamy texture. But if you don't have frozen bananas, fresh ones will also work.
- Mango. You can use either fresh or frozen mango chunks.
- Pineapple. Adds a delicious bright, tropical flavor. You can use fresh or frozen.
- Babay spinach and kale. I like to use both baby spinach and kale but you can use just one kind if preffere. You can also use regular spinach - just be sure to destalk before adding it to the smoothie.
- Ginger. The amount of fresh ginger you add can be adjusted according to your taste.
- Milk. I like to use almond milk, but you can use any non-dairy milk you prefer for a vegan smoothie, such as oat milk, coconut milk, or soy milk.
- Ice. This keeps the smoothie chilled and gives it a delcious thick texture.
This smoothie is also great for adding any of your favorite supplements, such as:
- collagen
- protein powder
- maca powder
- flax seeds
Is Tropical Smoothie detox island green healthy?
Yes it is! A detox Island Green Smoothie is made from ingredients that are high in nutrients and low in calories. The fruits provide lots of fibre and Vitamin C, the green vegetables contain high levels of iron and vitamin K, and the fresh ginger has anti-inflammatory properties.
Step by step instructions
STEP ONE
Place the smoothie ingredients in a blender, starting with the milk.
STEP TWO
Blend until smooth and creamy. Check the consistency of the smoothie and add more milk if a thinner smoothie is preferred.
STEP THREE
Pour into serving glasses and enjoy immediately. You can optionally top your smoothie with fresh fruit and chia seeds.
If you want to make more smoothie mixture, you can double or triple the recipe, just keep the ratio of ingredients the same.
Storing Your Smoothie
FRIDGE
Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately after blending. But you can also store them in an airtight jar in the fridge for 1 - 2 days. The smoothie might separate slightly while stored - but just give it a quick stir before enjoying it!
FREEZER
You can also freeze your Tropical Island Green Smoothie. Place it in an airtight freezer-safe jar, and freeze for up to 3 months. To defrost the smoothie, place it in the fridge the night before you want to drink it. Then stir and enjoy the next day!
Recipe Notes
- If your smoothie is too thin, thicken it up by adding a few ice cubes.
- If your smoothie is too thick, you can thin it down by adding some extra milk or water.
- Use a good quality high-speed blender for extra smooth and creamy smoothies. I like to use this blender, but any blender will be able to get the job done!
- You can turn this smoothie into a smoothie bowl by halving the amount of milk used. This will create a thicker smoothie that can be poured into a bowl and topped with fresh fruit, seeds, granola, yogurt, or nuts.
More smoothie recipes to try:
- Blueberry Pineapple Smoothie
- Chocolate Coffee Smoothie
- Turmeric Smoothie
- Banana Peach Smoothie Without Yogurt
Detox Island Green Tropical Smoothie
This copycat Detox Island Green Tropical Smoothie is equally healthy and delicious! Full of refreshing fruit, bright flavors, and nutritious ingredients - this green detox smoothie will become your new go-to breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- ½ cup non-dairy milk (I used almond milk)
- 1 banana, fresh or frozen
- ½ cup mango, fresh or frozen
- ½ cup pineapple, fresh or frozen
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 cup kale
- Fresh ginger to taste
- ½ cup ice
Instructions
- Place the smoothie ingredients in a blender, starting with the milk.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Check the consistency of the smoothie and add more milk if a thinner smoothie is preferred.
- Pour into serving glasses and enjoy immediately. You can optionally top your smoothie with fresh fruit and chia seeds.
Notes
- If you want to make more smoothie mixture, you can double or triple the recipe, just keep the ratio of ingredients the same.
- If your smoothie is too thin, thicken it up by adding a few ice cubes.
- If your smoothie is too thick, you can thin it down by adding some extra milk or water.
- You can turn this smoothie into a smoothie bowl by halving the amount of milk used. This will create a thicker smoothie that can be poured into a bowl and topped with fresh fruit, seeds, granola, yogurt, or nuts.
Storing Your Smoothie
Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately after blending. But you can also store them in an airtight jar in the fridge for 1 - 2 days. The smoothie might separate slightly while stored - but just give it a quick stir before enjoying it!
You can also freeze your Tropical Island Green Smoothie. Place it in an airtight freezer-safe jar, and freeze for up to 3 months. To defrost the smoothie, place it in the fridge the night before you want to drink it. Then stir and enjoy the next day!
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