Tropical Immunity Boost Smoothie Recipe
By Marnie Kunz
Smoothies are a runner’s best friend. This Tropical Immunity Boost Smoothie will give you a quick pick-me-up in the morning, before a run, or as a post-workout snack. The chia seeds give you a shot of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and fiber. The mango, pineapple, blueberries, and ginger offer a host of antioxidants, including immunity-boosting vitamins A and C.
Antioxidants offer many benefits, including anti-aging, as they help the body prevent and slow the damage caused by free radicals. Vitamin C also boosts collagen in joints and helps with injury prevention and muscle recovery.
This Tropical Immunity Boost Smoothie is very easy to make — it only takes about 5 minutes if you use pre-cut, frozen mangoes and pineapple. You can use fresh or frozen fruit. You can also add in or substitute ingredients if you want different fruits or toppings (flax seeds instead of chia, etc).
Tropical Immunity Boost Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
1 cup frozen mango pieces
1 banana
1 cup coconut water
1 tsp. ginger powder
1 Tbsp. chia seeds
Directions
1. Blend all ingredients except chia in a high-speed blender until smooth.
2. Top with chia seeds and enjoy! You can also add some banana slices, granola, or flax seeds to get fancy with the toppings.
Serves: 2 medium smoothies or one extra-large smoothie.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Marnie Kunz is a NASM-certified trainer and USATF- and RRCA-certified running coach, a dog lover, an Akita mom, and the founder of Runstreet. She specializes in helping runners get faster and stronger and helping beginners elevate their fitness levels. She is based in Brooklyn, New York.
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