Chilly Breeze Paleo Smoothie (Printable)

A nutrient-rich blend of tropical fruits, spinach, and chia seeds for a refreshing and energizing drink.

# List of ingredients:

01 - 1 cup frozen mango chunks

02 - 1 banana, sliced

03 - 1/2 cup frozen pineapple pieces

04 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach, packed

05 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk

06 - 1/2 cup cold water, adjust as needed

07 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds

08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

09 - 1 teaspoon raw honey (optional, omit for strict paleo)

10 - 1/2 cup ice cubes

01 - Pour the coconut milk, cold water, and fresh lime juice into a blender.

02 - Add baby spinach, frozen mango, sliced banana, frozen pineapple, and chia seeds to the blender.

03 - Top the mixture with ice cubes.

04 - Blend on high speed until creamy and smooth, scraping down the sides if necessary.

05 - Taste the smoothie; add raw honey if more sweetness is desired and blend briefly to incorporate.

06 - Pour the smoothie evenly into two glasses and serve immediately.

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It tastes like a vacation in a glass without any of the dairy guilt.
Ready in five minutes, which means you can actually make it on a busy morning instead of just thinking about it.
The chia seeds give you real staying power, not that 10-minute energy crash from sugary drinks.

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Don't skip the lime juice thinking you can adjust it later—it's what transforms this from tasting like a boring green drink into something that actually tastes good.
Frozen fruit makes a huge difference in texture; fresh fruit will make it watery and less satisfying.
If your blender struggles with ice, use crushed ice instead or reduce the amount and add more water.

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If your smoothie is too thick, add water one splash at a time rather than all at once—it's way easier to thin it than thicken it back up.
The chia seeds need a minute to fully expand in the liquid, so if you're in a huge rush, blend it, then wait 30 seconds before drinking for the best texture.