Tropical Smoothie

Tropical Smoothie

  • Serves: 1 - 2
  • Prep Time: 00:05
  • Cooking Time: 00:00

This creamy, refreshing tropical smoothie not only tastes amazing but it contains ingredients to help with gut health and digestion. Pineapple contains the digestive enzyme bromelain and can also help reduce inflammation. Pineapple is an excellent source of manganese and vitamin C. I've also added gelatin which helps heal and seal the gut lining, so drink up and know you are aiding your health.



  • 3/4 cup frozen pieces of mango(s)
  • 1/2 cup frozen pieces of pineapple
  • 1/2 large orange(s)
  • 1/4 cup macadamia nuts, or cashews
  • 2 Tbsp sunflower seeds
  • 1 Tbsp golden flaxseed meal (fine ground)
  • 1 Tbsp gelatin, (collagen hydrolysate) dissolves in cold liquid
  • 2 - 3 tsp maca powder (raw organic)
  • 1 cup coconut water (unsweetened)
  • If you are using fresh fruit add 1 cup of ice cubes


Place all the ingredients into a high-speed blender.


Makes 1 large serve or 2 small.


If possible purchase locally grown mango. Mangoes have been named the most widely consumed fruit in the world. They contain over 20 vitamins and minerals. Some of the possible health benefits include a decreased risk of macular degeneration, decreased risk of colon cancer, improvement in digestion and bone health, plus skin and hair.


Pineapple is a tropical fruit. The pineapple flesh can be eaten fresh, cooked, dried, juiced or preserved. Pineapple is an excellent source of manganese and vitamin C, it also contains Bromelain. Bromelain serves many purposes but is best know as a digestive enzyme, it breakdowns proteins in food to provide amino acids.


The orange is a fruit from the citrus family. The most common varieties are - Valencia, Navel and Blood oranges. Oranges are commonly peeled and eaten fresh or squeezed for juice. Oranges are full of nutrients, they promote clear healthy skin and have a whopping 170 different phytochemicals and more than 60 flavonoids - giving anti-inflammatory properties and strong antioxidant effects.

macadamia nuts

Macadamia nuts are tree nuts that have a subtle, butter-like flavour and creamy texture. The Macadamia tree is indigenous to Australia. Macadamias are full of heart-healthy fats, they have more omega 3 fats than any other nut. They are also rich in vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants. There is no need to soak macadamias like many other nuts and they make a very creamy delicious dairy-free milk.

sunflower seeds


golden flaxseed meal (fine ground)



Ensure you use unflavoured gelatin in my recipes. ‘Great Lakes’ is a brand I use which is made from Kosher grass-fed beef. When using gelatin to thicken desserts, use the red carton. The green carton (which is cold water soluble and does not thicken) I use to add to smoothies and drinks. Gelatin is pure collagen protein, which is good for bone and joint care. It is also excellent for skin, hair and nails (helps the wrinkles from the inside).

maca powder (raw organic)

Raw Maca Powder is a revitalising super-food that is rich in nutrients that benefit the body and mind. Maca is an ancient Peruvian root crop belonging to the radish family, the roots are ground into a fine powder. Grown in the mountains of Peru, it has been called “Peruvian ginseng”. Maca is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids and antioxidants, it's also known for increasing stamina and endurance. Maca has an earthy taste that is mildly nutty with a hint of malt.

coconut water (unsweetened)

This is the liquid found inside young coconuts. It is packed with electrolytes, excellent for after exercise. Coconut water contains potassium, calcium and magnesium and is also a natural hydrator. I use it in my smoothies and have added it to a few of my recipes. You can find it in health food stores and supermarkets. Ensure you read the label carefully as some contain preservatives and/or sugar and may not be 100% coconut water.