Smoothies are definitely a breakfast favorite, and what’s not to like? They’re delicious, healthy, provide one or two servings of fruits and/or veggies, and are quick and easy to make. This tropical smoothie bowl is just like a traditional smoothie, except you eat it out of a bowl (obviously!) and it allows you to serve it up with fresh fruit along with some fun and delicious toppings like our homemade blueberry or cherry vanilla granola!
If you love this smoothie bowl, don’t miss this banana smoothie bowl or mango smoothie bowl. We love our smoothie bowls and having a few options is always a good thing! If you’re looking for topping ideas, check out our toppings for smoothie bowls post.
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What You’ll Love About This Recipe
Ingredients
- Plain Greek yogurt. Be sure to use plain unflavored Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt is best for this smoothie bowl because it’s thicker than regular yogurt. It also has more protein and less sugar. (source) I like to choose one with no added sugar. Zoi and Fage are good brands.
- Frozen mango chunks. Frozen fruit helps to thicken the smoothie bowl. Another benefit of frozen fruit is that it is frozen at the peak of ripeness and yields great flavor.
- Bananas peeled and sliced. Two bananas are blended into the smoothie and one is sliced and added to the top of the tropical smoothie bowl.
- Fresh mango, pitted, peeled and chopped. For wonderful tropical flavor and presentation. Mangoes are also very nutritious. (source)
- Chopped fresh pineapple. Nothing says tropical like fresh pineapple. If you choose to buy pre-chopped or sliced pineapple in the produce section of your grocery store, be sure to use it quickly because it won’t last very long in your fridge. You can also use frozen pineapple chunks. You will need to thaw them first.
- Fresh strawberries. Sliced and added to the top of your smoothie bowl. If presentation matters to you, go for fresh strawberries. Thawed frozen strawberries will not look as nice.
- Granola, chopped nuts, or shaved coconut garnish (optional). A few topping suggestions or you can leave it bare to let the fruit shine as we did.
- Honey. To sweeten as desired to taste. If you are using fruit that is in season, you may not need this.
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Top with homemade granola, chopped nuts or coconut shavings if desired.
Storage Instructions
- Smoothie mixture. If you’ve blended the smoothie mixture in advance, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use it within 1-2 days for the best taste and freshness. Shake or stir before using, as separation may occur.
- Prepared bowls. If you’ve assembled the complete smoothie bowls, it’s best to consume them immediately for optimal texture and flavor. However, if you have leftovers, cover the bowls tightly with plastic wrap or transfer them to airtight containers.
- Toppings. If you’ve prepared homemade granola or have leftover toppings, store them separately in airtight containers at room temperature (for granola) or in the refrigerator (for perishable toppings like chopped nuts).
- Bananas. Bananas can brown when exposed to air. If you’ve sliced extra bananas for topping, consider tossing them in a bit of lemon juice to slow down browning. Store sliced bananas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a day.
- Fresh fruits. Store any leftover fresh mango, pineapple, strawberries, or other fruits in separate containers in the refrigerator. Use them within a day or two for optimal freshness.
- Granola, nuts, or coconut shavings. Store any leftover granola, chopped nuts, or coconut shavings in airtight containers at room temperature (for granola) or in the refrigerator (for nuts and coconut) to maintain their texture.
- Assembly before serving. For the best results, assemble the smoothie bowls just before serving. This ensures that the toppings stay crisp, and the overall presentation remains visually appealing.
Remember to check the freshness of individual components before assembling or consuming leftovers. While the smoothie mixture can be stored for a day or two, the toppings are best when fresh. Customizing the storage based on individual components allows you to enjoy the tropical smoothie bowl with the best possible taste and texture.
FAQs
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- Papaya Smoothie.
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- Berry Yogurt Parfaits.
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl.
- Mango Smoothie Bowl.
- Chocolate Protein Shake.
- Watermelon Banana Smoothie.
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Tropical Smoothie Bowl
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup frozen chopped mango
- 3 bananas peeled and sliced
- ½ fresh mango pitted, peeled and chopped
- ¾ cup chopped pineapple
- 6 fresh strawberries sliced
- granola, chopped nuts, or shaved coconut garnish (optional)
- honey to sweeten as desired to taste
Instructions
- Combine yogurt, frozen mango, two of the bananas, and honey (if using) in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into four medium shallow bowls (or two large bowls).
- Arrange the remaining banana , mango, pineapple and sliced strawberries on top.Top with homemade granola, chopped nuts or coconut shavings if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
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References
- Recipe from The Breakfast Bible (affiliate link) by Kate McMillan for Williams Sonoma.
- “Mango: Nutrition, Health Benefits and How to Eat It” by Ryan Raman, MS, RD for Healthline.