Preparation: 10 minutes | Serves: 2 | Difficulty: Easy
South African summers are made for refreshing drinks, ripe fruit and flavours that remind us of being on holiday.
When the afternoon heat sets in, few things are more satisfying than a cold, naturally sweet fruit smoothie.
This tropical mango, pineapple and ginger smoothie combines delicious summer fruit with the creaminess of avocado, a little spinach and the warming flavour of fresh ginger.
Best of all, it takes just a few minutes to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ripe mango pieces
- ¾ cup pineapple chunks
- 1 ripe banana
- ¼ avocado
- ½ cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 small piece of fresh ginger, peeled
- 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds
- 1 cup cold water, milk or your preferred milk alternative
- A handful of ice cubes
Shopping tip: Our Smoothie Box is designed around ingredients such as mangoes, bananas, pineapple, avocado, spinach and ginger. Add Chilli Is A Spice Chia Seeds from our Seeds collection.
Method
Step 1: Prepare the fruit
Peel and chop the mango, pineapple and banana into smaller pieces.
Remove the avocado flesh and rinse the spinach thoroughly.
Step 2: Add everything to your blender
Place the mango, pineapple, banana, avocado, spinach and ginger into a blender.
Add the chia seeds and your chosen liquid.
Step 3: Blend until smooth
Blend for approximately 45–60 seconds, or until everything is thoroughly combined.
If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more water or milk.
For an extra-cold drink, add ice cubes and blend again.
Step 4: Serve immediately
Pour into two tall glasses and enjoy while fresh.
What Makes This Smoothie Special?
Mango and pineapple give the smoothie its tropical sweetness and bright flavour.
Banana and avocado create a wonderfully creamy consistency without the need for ice cream.
Spinach introduces leafy greens without overpowering the fruit.
Ginger provides a distinctive warm, slightly spicy note that balances the sweetness.
Chia seeds contribute dietary fibre and a little texture, making them an excellent addition to smoothies and breakfast bowls.
Three Ways to Customise Your Smoothie
For a tropical breakfast: Add two tablespoons of Chilli Is A Spice Rolled Oats before blending.
For a smoothie bowl: Use less liquid, pour into a bowl and finish with Granola, Chia Seeds and sliced fruit.
For a refreshing summer drink: Replace part of the liquid with chilled coconut water and add extra ice.
A Little Preparation Goes a Long Way
Freeze portions of mango, pineapple and banana in separate containers.
When you’re ready for a smoothie, simply add the frozen fruit to your blender with the remaining ingredients.
You can enjoy a refreshing homemade drink without needing to chop fruit every time.
Make summer delicious with Chilli Is A Spice. Discover our Smoothie Box, Chia Seeds, Rolled Oats and Granola to create more refreshing combinations at home.