This tropical mango pineapple smoothie is super refreshing, made with 5 healthy ingredients, and packed with 16 grams of natural protein. Just throw all your ingredients into a blender with options to make it vegan and dairy-free.
The best high-protein mango pineapple smoothie
I am a smoothie girl at heart. They are the easiest and most refreshing breakfast, snack, and dessert at any time of year. My favorite part about smoothies is that they are healthy and filling. Personally, I love this mango strawberry smoothie in the summer and this snickerdoodle oat milk smoothie in the winter.
This tropical mango pineapple smoothie is so refreshing, easy to make in 5 minutes, and will leave you feeling full. It’s made with feel-good ingredients like mango, pineapple, banana, Greek yogurt, and milk. You can even use dairy-free yogurt to make this smoothie vegan.
This smoothie has over 16 grams of protein, with the option to add even more if you want to add a scoop of protein to the blender. It’s the perfect post-gym refuel, a simple breakfast, and even a healthy dessert.
Anyways, I cannot wait to hear what you think about this smoothie recipe! It tastes like you are sipping on a tropical drink on a Caribbean beach. My family, friends and I are obsessed.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- It is made with five simple ingredients.
- It tastes like a tropical beach drink.
- No sugar added! This smoothie is naturally sweetened with fresh mango and pineapple.
- It’s high in protein, with 16 grams of natural protein.
- Super refreshing on a hot summer’s day.
- Easily make it dairy-free and vegan.
- It’s healthy and gluten-free.
- You can add protein powder, collagen, hemp seeds, or chia seeds.
- Try this super refreshing banana mango strawberry smoothie next!
Ingredients needed
This pineapple mango smoothie calls for five healthy and simple ingredients. You’ll need a banana, a fresh or frozen mango, pineapple, milk of your choice, and Greek yogurt. Here is a list of all the ingredients, so you are prepared:
- Banana: I used frozen banana and chopped it up, so it blends easily. You can use a fresh banana if needed, but make sure that you use frozen mango and frozen pineapple, if that is the case, so the smoothie is thick.
- Mango: You need frozen mango pieces. This adds the perfect flavor and sweetness to the recipe!
- Pineapple: You can buy frozen pineapple chunks or freeze your own.
- Milk: I used unsweetened almond milk, but you can use oat milk, cow’s milk, cashew milk, or your favorite type.
- Yogurt: I used 0% Greek yogurt, but feel free to use 2% or 5%. You can also make this smoothie dairy-free by using dairy-free yogurt.
Kitchen tools required
You only need a few kitchen utensils to make this thick, creamy fruit smoothie. Here is a list:
- High-Speed Blender
- Spatula
- Measuring Tools: 1/2 cup and 1 cup.
How to make a mango pineapple smoothie
This high-protein mango pineapple smoothie is easy to make in under 5 minutes! Just blend all your ingredients into a high-speed blender, and enjoy your refreshing smoothie. It’s great for breakfast, as a snack, and even as a dessert.
Here are detailed step-by-step instructions with pictures for visual reference so any level cook can make them. The full recipe and ingredient measurements are at the bottom of this page in the recipe card.
Step 1:
First, add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
Step 2:
Then, blend until smooth and creamy.
TIP: For a thinner smoothie, add more milk. For a thicker smoothie, add a bit more frozen mango or pineapple chunks or a few ice cubes.
Step 3:
Finally, pour your high-protein mango pineapple smoothie into a glass and enjoy!
Tips for making thick & creamy smoothies
Use frozen fruit. Use frozen mango pieces, mango chunks, and a chopped-up frozen banana to help thicken your smoothie naturally without adding a ton of ice. This trick makes super thick and creamy smoothies rather than icy ones.
Make your own frozen fruit. You can buy pre-frozen mango and pineapple chunks in the freezer sections of the grocery store, or you can freeze your own by cutting up a fresh piece of fruit and storing it in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.
Start with the minimum amount of milk. You can always add more milk if you want a thinner smoothie. To be safe, start with a 1/2 cup and add from there.
Add a few cubes of ice. I never add more than 8 ice cubes to my smoothies because it can make them “icy” and not creamy. But adding a few helps make them thicker, especially if you decide to use fresh fruit instead of frozen fruit.
How to make this smoothie even higher in protein:
The best thing about this mango pineapple smoothie is that you can customize it and add extra protein. The smoothie naturally has 16 grams already, but feel free to add a scoop of vanilla or plain protein powder, a scoop of collagen, or 1 – 2 tbsp hemp hearts. This will add another 10 – 15 grams of protein.
How to meal prep smoothies:
I love meal-prepping smoothies! Here are the two easiest ways to do it:
- Prepare the fruit: add the pineapple chunks, mango pieces, and banana to an individual-sized freezer-safe bag. You can buy fresh fruit and cut it up, or you can buy frozen. This method makes it super easy to throw everything into a blender when you are ready to enjoy the smoothie.
- Freeze the smoothie: make your smoothie, then freeze it in ice trays and in freezer-safe bags as “cubes.” When you are ready to enjoy, simply add to a glass and let thaw in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. You can also blend the smoothie ice cubes for a quick thaw.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams of protein are in this smoothie?
There are 16 grams of protein in this mango pineapple smoothie recipe.
Should I use fresh or frozen pineapple and mango?
For this recipe, I highly recommend using frozen fruit. It makes for the creamiest and thickest smoothies. However, if you are in a rush and only have fresh fruit on hand, you can use fresh mango and/or pineapple. In this case, make sure to use a frozen banana to keep your smoothie super thick and creamy. You will also likely need to add a few ice cubes.
Can I make this smoothie dairy-free?
Yes, you can make this smoothie dairy free by using dairy-free milk and your favorite dairy-free yogurt. I like almond milk yogurt, oat milk yogurt, or coconut yogurt.
Is it vegan?
This mango pineapple strawberry smoothie is 100% vegan if you use dairy-free yogurt and plant milk.
Can I add protein powder?
You can certainly add more protein to this pineapple mango smoothie by adding 1 scoop of unflavored or vanilla protein powder or collagen.
Can I double or triple the recipe?
You can easily double or triple this recipe. Simply follow the same instructions and make sure your blender is big enough to hold all the ingredients.
Can I use a fresh banana?
You can certainly use a fresh banana in this recipe. If you do, I recommend using frozen mangos and frozen pineapple chunks so the smoothie is thick. You can also try adding 1 – 5 ice cubes if needed.
Can I add other types of fruit or berries?
Yes! Feel free to add a handful of blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
How to store and freeze smoothies for meal prep:
You can freeze smoothies for up to 3 months for meal prep. I like to freeze them in ice trays and store them in freezer-safe bags as “cubes.” When you are ready to enjoy, simply add to a glass and let thaw in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. You can also blend the smoothie ice cubes for a quick thaw.
If you loved this smoothie recipe, try these next!
- Banana Mango Strawberry Smoothie
- Banana Peach Protein Smoothie
- Oat Milk Smoothie
- High Protein Acai Bowl
Did you make this recipe?
If you make this recipe, be sure to comment and rate it down below. Also, don’t forget to tag me @healthfulblondie on Instagram and use the hashtag #healthfulblondie so I can see your delicious creation and share it with my followers!
Mango Pineapple Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mango pieces
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- ½ – 1 large frozen banana, start with 1/2 a frozen banana and add more if you want a thicker smoothie
- ½ cup milk, almond milk, oat milk, cashew milk, or regular cow's milk
- ½ cup Greek yogurt, or dairy-free alternative like almond milk or coconut yogurt
- Optional Add-Ins: 1 scoop collagen, 1 – 2 tbsp chia seeds, 1 – 2 tbsp hemp hearts, 1 scoop plain or vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. For a thinner smoothie, add more milk. For a thicker smoothie, add a bit more frozen mango or pineapple chunks or a few ice cubes.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
I only recommend products I absolutely love and use myself. In full disclosure, by purchasing a product I recommend, I may receive a small compensation. Thank you for supporting Healthful Blondie!
Sharing is caring!
Leave a Reply