Best Blend: Tropical Green Smoothie

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-27 · Updated 2026-03-27

A refreshing smoothie combining ripe mango, creamy coconut milk, and spinach for a nutrient-packed breakfast or snack. This international-inspired breakfast (dairy-free) ready in about 5 minutes brings together fresh spinach, ripe mango, peeled and diced, coconut milk, canned for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup ripe mango, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup coconut milk, canned
• 1 medium banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp honey
• 4 cubes ice cubes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 2 cups fresh spinach, 1 cup diced mango, 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1 medium banana, 1 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tbsp honey, and 4 ice cubes to a blender.
2. Step 2: Blend on high for 30-45 seconds until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust sweetness with additional honey if desired.
3. Step 3: Pour into glasses and serve immediately, garnished with a slice of mango and a sprinkle of chia seeds.