📖 Instructions

1. Gather all your ingredients: Make sure your fruit is ripe and ready to go. Wash everything thoroughly.
2. Prepare the mango: Peel the mango and cut the flesh away from the pit. Dice the mango into 1-inch pieces.
3. Prep the pineapple: Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple. Stand it upright and slice off the skin, following the curve of the fruit. Remove any remaining 'eyes'. Core the pineapple and dice the flesh into 1-inch pieces. I hate this part, to be honest.
4. Slice the banana: Peel the banana and slice it into 1/2-inch thick rounds. This makes it easier to blend later.
5. Measure the spinach: Roughly chop the spinach if the leaves are large. No need to be precise here; it's just to help it pack better.
6. Assemble the smoothie bags: Grab your freezer bags or reusable containers. I really love using the reusable bags, less waste and good for the planet. For each bag, add 1 cup of diced mango, 1 cup of diced pineapple, 1/2 sliced banana, and 1 cup of spinach. If you have small kids, maybe a bit less Spinach.
7. Seal and freeze: Remove as much air as possible from the bags before sealing. Lay the bags flat in the freezer for easy storage. I stack mine in a drawer to save space. Label each bag with the date and contents.
8. When ready to blend: Take a smoothie bag from the freezer. Let it sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes to soften slightly. This will help your blender.
9. Blend: Pour the contents of the smoothie bag into your blender. Add 1 cup of your favorite liquid (almond milk, juice, coconut water, etc.).
10. Blend until smooth: Blend until everything is well combined and you have a smooth consistency. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid. If it's too thin, add a few ice cubes.
11. Serve immediately: Pour your delicious tropical smoothie into a glass and enjoy! You can add a straw or garnish with a slice of fruit, if you're feeling fancy.
12. Clean up: Rinse out your blender and wash your cutting board and knife. Put everything away so you don't have a mess later. I find it best to do it right away!