Fresh Tropical Mango Pineapple Protein Smoothie Bowl
A vibrant and creamy smoothie bowl blending frozen mango and pineapple with cottage cheese and protein powder for a quick, healthy breakfast that feels indulgent yet nourishing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks (about 150g)
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks (about 150g)
- ½ cup small-curd low-fat cottage cheese (about 120g)
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (about 30g)
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (60ml)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, 15ml)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice (5ml)
- Optional toppings: 1 teaspoon chia seeds, 1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes, fresh mango or pineapple slices, sliced almonds or granola
Instructions
- Measure and prepare your ingredients: 1 cup each of frozen mango and pineapple, ½ cup cottage cheese, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, ¼ cup almond milk, 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice, and optional sweetener.
- Add frozen mango and pineapple chunks to the blender first. Pulse a few times to break down the fruit.
- Add cottage cheese and protein powder to the blender. Pour in the almond milk and lime juice next.
- Blend on high speed for about 1 minute, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed. The mixture should be smooth, thick, and spoonable—not runny.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup if desired. Blend again briefly.
- Pour the smoothie into your serving bowl; it should hold its shape like thick yogurt.
- Add your favorite toppings such as chia seeds, toasted coconut flakes, fresh fruit slices, and almonds or granola.
- Serve immediately. For extra chill, place the bowl in the fridge for 5 minutes but it’s best fresh.
Notes
Use properly frozen mango and pineapple chunks for thick texture. Small-curd, low-fat cottage cheese blends smoother. Vanilla protein powder adds flavor without overpowering. If smoothie is too thick, add almond milk a little at a time; if too thin, add more frozen fruit and pulse again. For vegan version, replace cottage cheese with coconut yogurt and use plant-based protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 12 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 22
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