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Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
Active Time:5 minsTotal Time:5 minsServings:1
Active Time:5 mins
Active Time:
5 mins
Total Time:5 mins
Total Time:
Servings:1
Servings:
1
Jump to recipeThisTropical Smoothiewill give you vacation vibes in your own kitchen with its coconut and fruity flavors—you might feel the need for a tiny umbrella. It blends a mix of prebiotic fiber from fruit with probiotics in the yogurt that will have your gut bacteria enjoying the good life. The mango and banana add just enough sweetness to balance out the tart kiwi. Read on for our expert tips for achieving a perfectly smooth texture.Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!Add the ingredients in the order listed so that the smoothie blends easily. You may want to use a blender tamper if you have one.Use very ripe bananas to add extra natural sweetness!Check the ingredients label to ensure the yogurt contains live active cultures to provide probiotics.Nutrition NotesBananasare a source of resistant starch—this type of fiber is especially beneficial to the good bacteria in the gut and can go on to make postbiotics. Postbiotics can improve the integrity of your gut lining, which benefits your overall gut health.A serving ofkiwiis a good source of fiber, and eating more fiber can help regulate your digestive system.When you choose acoconut-milk yogurtthat is made with live and active cultures, you add good bacteria to your gut, which can help diversify your microbiome and maintain the health of your immune system.Coconut wateris a delicious source of hydration and electrolytes, including sodium and potassium. Adding more fluid to your diet when increasing fiber is essential to prevent digestive discomfort. Look for bottled unsweetened coconut water located in the produce or natural foods section of the grocery store.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
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ThisTropical Smoothiewill give you vacation vibes in your own kitchen with its coconut and fruity flavors—you might feel the need for a tiny umbrella. It blends a mix of prebiotic fiber from fruit with probiotics in the yogurt that will have your gut bacteria enjoying the good life. The mango and banana add just enough sweetness to balance out the tart kiwi. Read on for our expert tips for achieving a perfectly smooth texture.Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!Add the ingredients in the order listed so that the smoothie blends easily. You may want to use a blender tamper if you have one.Use very ripe bananas to add extra natural sweetness!Check the ingredients label to ensure the yogurt contains live active cultures to provide probiotics.Nutrition NotesBananasare a source of resistant starch—this type of fiber is especially beneficial to the good bacteria in the gut and can go on to make postbiotics. Postbiotics can improve the integrity of your gut lining, which benefits your overall gut health.A serving ofkiwiis a good source of fiber, and eating more fiber can help regulate your digestive system.When you choose acoconut-milk yogurtthat is made with live and active cultures, you add good bacteria to your gut, which can help diversify your microbiome and maintain the health of your immune system.Coconut wateris a delicious source of hydration and electrolytes, including sodium and potassium. Adding more fluid to your diet when increasing fiber is essential to prevent digestive discomfort. Look for bottled unsweetened coconut water located in the produce or natural foods section of the grocery store.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
ThisTropical Smoothiewill give you vacation vibes in your own kitchen with its coconut and fruity flavors—you might feel the need for a tiny umbrella. It blends a mix of prebiotic fiber from fruit with probiotics in the yogurt that will have your gut bacteria enjoying the good life. The mango and banana add just enough sweetness to balance out the tart kiwi. Read on for our expert tips for achieving a perfectly smooth texture.
Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!
Nutrition Notes
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1cupfrozen mangochunks½mediumbanana, frozen2golden kiwis, peeled and chopped (about 1 cup), plus more for garnish½cupno-sugar-added coconut-milk yogurt alternative¾cupbottledunsweetened coconut water½teaspooncoconut extract
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Ingredients
1cupfrozen mangochunks
½mediumbanana, frozen
2golden kiwis, peeled and chopped (about 1 cup), plus more for garnish
½cupno-sugar-added coconut-milk yogurt alternative
¾cupbottledunsweetened coconut water
½teaspooncoconut extract
DirectionsAdd 1 cup mango, frozen banana, chopped kiwis, ½ cup coconut-milk yogurt, ¾ cup coconut water and ½ teaspoon coconut extract to a blender; process until smooth, about 20 seconds.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanPour into a glass. Garnish with additional kiwi, if desired.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanNutrition InformationServing Size: 2½ cupsCalories 328, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 74g, Total sugars 53g, Added sugars 0g, Protein 5g, Fiber 7g, Sodium 71mg, Potassium 1,264mgFrequently Asked QuestionsWe wouldn’t suggest it. Smoothies taste best and have the best texture right after you make them. The fruit will be fresher and more flavorful and the ingredients won’t separate.When choosing a ripe kiwi, avoid fruit that is too soft. Look for a kiwi that has a little softness around the flesh and stem area and gives slightly when gently squeezed.Toripen bananas quickly, you can place them in a paper bag with an apple or tomato, or heat them in a 300°F oven for 15 to 30 minutes. The quickest method is to microwave bananas on High in 30-second intervals until soft. Remember to rinse the bananas first and poke holes in the peels with a fork to prevent them from exploding.EatingWell.com, October 2024
Directions
Add 1 cup mango, frozen banana, chopped kiwis, ½ cup coconut-milk yogurt, ¾ cup coconut water and ½ teaspoon coconut extract to a blender; process until smooth, about 20 seconds.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanPour into a glass. Garnish with additional kiwi, if desired.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanNutrition InformationServing Size: 2½ cupsCalories 328, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 74g, Total sugars 53g, Added sugars 0g, Protein 5g, Fiber 7g, Sodium 71mg, Potassium 1,264mgFrequently Asked QuestionsWe wouldn’t suggest it. Smoothies taste best and have the best texture right after you make them. The fruit will be fresher and more flavorful and the ingredients won’t separate.When choosing a ripe kiwi, avoid fruit that is too soft. Look for a kiwi that has a little softness around the flesh and stem area and gives slightly when gently squeezed.Toripen bananas quickly, you can place them in a paper bag with an apple or tomato, or heat them in a 300°F oven for 15 to 30 minutes. The quickest method is to microwave bananas on High in 30-second intervals until soft. Remember to rinse the bananas first and poke holes in the peels with a fork to prevent them from exploding.
Add 1 cup mango, frozen banana, chopped kiwis, ½ cup coconut-milk yogurt, ¾ cup coconut water and ½ teaspoon coconut extract to a blender; process until smooth, about 20 seconds.
Pour into a glass. Garnish with additional kiwi, if desired.
Nutrition InformationServing Size: 2½ cupsCalories 328, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 74g, Total sugars 53g, Added sugars 0g, Protein 5g, Fiber 7g, Sodium 71mg, Potassium 1,264mg
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 2½ cupsCalories 328, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 74g, Total sugars 53g, Added sugars 0g, Protein 5g, Fiber 7g, Sodium 71mg, Potassium 1,264mg
Serving Size: 2½ cups
Calories 328, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 74g, Total sugars 53g, Added sugars 0g, Protein 5g, Fiber 7g, Sodium 71mg, Potassium 1,264mg
Frequently Asked QuestionsWe wouldn’t suggest it. Smoothies taste best and have the best texture right after you make them. The fruit will be fresher and more flavorful and the ingredients won’t separate.When choosing a ripe kiwi, avoid fruit that is too soft. Look for a kiwi that has a little softness around the flesh and stem area and gives slightly when gently squeezed.Toripen bananas quickly, you can place them in a paper bag with an apple or tomato, or heat them in a 300°F oven for 15 to 30 minutes. The quickest method is to microwave bananas on High in 30-second intervals until soft. Remember to rinse the bananas first and poke holes in the peels with a fork to prevent them from exploding.
Frequently Asked Questions
We wouldn’t suggest it. Smoothies taste best and have the best texture right after you make them. The fruit will be fresher and more flavorful and the ingredients won’t separate.
When choosing a ripe kiwi, avoid fruit that is too soft. Look for a kiwi that has a little softness around the flesh and stem area and gives slightly when gently squeezed.
Toripen bananas quickly, you can place them in a paper bag with an apple or tomato, or heat them in a 300°F oven for 15 to 30 minutes. The quickest method is to microwave bananas on High in 30-second intervals until soft. Remember to rinse the bananas first and poke holes in the peels with a fork to prevent them from exploding.
EatingWell.com, October 2024
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