Pineapple, Strawberry, and Mango Smoothie

This recipe makes one serving and is a delicious, refreshing, and healthy drink perfect for any time of day.

Ingredients:

Pineapple: Approximately 1 cup, cubed. You can use fresh or frozen pineapple.
Strawberries: Approximately 1 cup, hulled and sliced. You can use fresh or frozen strawberries.
Mango: Approximately 1 cup, cubed. A ripe mango works best for a sweet flavor.

Almond Milk: 1/2 to 1 cup. Adjust the amount to reach your desired consistency. You can substitute with any milk of your choice (e.g., cow’s milk, oat milk, coconut milk).
Honey: 1-2 tablespoons, or to taste. This adds natural sweetness. You can substitute with maple syrup, agave, or your preferred sweetener, or omit it if your fruits are sweet enough.
Ice Cubes: A handful, about 1/2 cup. Use more or less depending on how thick and cold you want the smoothie.

Instructions:

Prepare the Fruits: Wash and prepare all the fruits as indicated in the ingredients list. It’s helpful to use some frozen fruit (like frozen mango or pineapple) to achieve a thicker, colder consistency without needing as much ice.
Combine Ingredients: Add all the prepared ingredients—pineapple, strawberries, mango, almond milk, honey, and ice cubes—into a high-speed blender.

Blend: Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Start with the lower amount of almond milk and add more as needed to help the blending process or to reach your desired consistency.
Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired. If it’s too thick, add a little more almond milk.
Serve: Pour the smoothie into a tall glass. You can garnish with a few fresh fruit pieces on top and a straw. Enjoy immediately!

Tips for a Perfect Smoothie:

For a Thicker Smoothie: Use frozen fruit instead of fresh, and add less liquid.
For a Thinner Smoothie: Add more almond milk or a splash of water.

Meal Prep Tip: Cube and freeze your fruits in single-serving bags for a quick and easy smoothie on busy mornings.
Flavor Variations: Feel free to add other ingredients like a scoop of protein powder, chia seeds, a spoonful of yogurt for a creamier texture, or a pinch of ginger for a spicy kick.