Kelly JensenThis tropical parsley smoothie recipe is made with greens, banana, mangoes, and orange protein for a refreshing and fruity breakfast. This fruity tropical smoothie will let you rise and shine!
This 5 minute blender breakfast recipe is a great on-the-go breakfast option, and can be made high protein with an extra scoop of protein powder.
OK, I love parsley so much it’s practically it’s own food group in our house. I love the fresh and vibrant flavor which is so perfect with sweet tropical fruits – this is one of the best parsley smoothie recipes!
Parsley is so much more than a garnish, it shines in tabbouleh salad, goes great chopped into noodle soups, and of course gives any smoothie that extra freshness. It has a very bright flavor that pairs so nicely with fresh fruit – this is one fun smoothie you HAVE to try!
This Sweet Parsley Smoothie Recipe is:
- Bright
- Fresh
- Vibrant
- Refreshing
- Sweet
- Citrusy
- Tropical
- Ready in 5 Minutes
- Versatile
Grow Fresh Parsley in Your Kitchen All Year Long
We got this great 6-Pod Aerogarden which is fantastic for growing herbs in the winter. We actually got it when we lived in a smaller apartment, but even now that we own an acreage we still use it year-round! I love growing herbs on my countertop like fresh parsley, basil, dill, mint, sage, thyme, and lemon balm.
It uses LED lights and water, so no messy soil needed – you can have fresh herbs at your fingertips any time. I love picking a few springs of parsley to chop on pastas, adding basil leaves to soups, and tossing some dill in with my pasta salads. This Aerogarden is a great gift for anyone who would like fresh herbs… no big kitchen or green thumb required!
What’s In This Tropical Parsley Smoothie Recipe?
I cook with fresh produce from my garden and from Misfits Market– they sell fantastic fruit, vegetables, & pantry staples at a discounted price. We get Misfit boxes every other week and love picking out favorite produce for delivery. Get $10 off your first box here!
- Parsley: I use both leaves and stems for this recipe!
- Mango
- Kale
- Banana: add 1 banana or some of this great banana powder. When we don’t have fresh bananas, adding a tablespoon of this banana powder to every smoothie has been a great way to get nutrition in.
- Chia Seeds: these add thickness to the smoothie, and tons of plant-based nutrients! Chia seeds are great to add to a post-workout smoothie and help your body recover from exercise. I always try to add a scoop to my smoothies.
- Orange Juice or Orange Protein Powder – we like this tropical orange protein powder, it’s one of our favorites! The orange flavor in this powder has an extra tropical kick – and with 15 grams of protein per scoop this smoothie will satisfy until lunch.
- Water
- Ice
Can You Eat Parsley Stems?
Absolutely! While the leaves a sweeter and go great is salads like tabbouleh, the stems are a fantastic addition to lots of recipes. I eat parsley stems by blending them in this smoothie, adding them to my 5 minute chimichurri sauce, or keeping the for a big batch of vegetable stock. Parsley stems have so much flavor, so keep them in the freezer for your next smoothie.
The Best Blender for the Job
I’ve owned a lot of blenders, but my high-speed Vitamix blender is definitely the best one I’ve owned. This appliance will blend even the toughest of ingredients (frozen fruit, anyone?) into pulp. I prefer using my blender to my food processor for sauces or homemade hummus, as it’s much easier to clean out the Vitamix. This is definitely one kitchen appliance we use on a daily basis, if not twice a day!
Frozen Fruit Recipes For the Win!
I used frozen mangoes and kale in this smoothie instead of fresh. By using freezer ingredients, I can stock up when they are on sale, and use them in all kinds of great dishes. It saves me a trip to the store, and I can have frozen fruit to use in smoothies in no time. Check out all my recipes that use Freezer Ingredients on The Herbeevore – great for those days when you want a meal ready fast! And check out my Top 125 Plant-Based Pantry Staples for long-lasting staples that I always keep on hand.
If you grow parsley or kale in your garden, you can cut the leaves, wash them, and put them in an airtight bag to freeze. That way you can enjoy frozen greens in your recipes and smoothies all year long!
How Do I Make This Parsley and Banana Smoothie Recipe?
- Add all ingredients to a high speed blender.
- Blend on low, and increase speed until all fruit/ice chunks are blended and the smoothie is a creamy consistency.
- Pour into your favorite glass, sit back, and enjoy!
Dietary Modifications
- This recipe is vegan and gluten free – if you are adding a protein powder, make sure it keeps with any dietary modifications you require. I like this vegan and gluten free orange and ginger protein for this parsley smoothie!
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Tropical Parsley Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves and/or stems
- 1 banana
- 1 cup mango fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup kale
- 1 scoop orange protein powder or 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup ice
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high speed blender.
- Blend on low, and increase speed until all fruit/ice chunks are blended and the smoothie is a creamy consistency.
- Pour into your favorite glass, sit back, and enjoy!
Notes
Can You Eat Parsley Stems?
Absolutely! While the leaves a sweeter and go great is salads like tabbouleh, the stems are a fantastic addition to lots of recipes. I eat parsley stems by blending them in this smoothie, adding them to my 5 minute chimichurri sauce, or keeping the for a big batch of vegetable stock. Parsley stems have so much flavor, so keep them in the freezer for your next smoothie.Save Money on Grocery Deliveries
I get all the fresh produce for my recipes from my garden and from Misfits Market – they sell all organic produce at a super discounted price, and it’s purchased direct from the farmers. We get Misfit Market boxes every other week and love picking out our favorite seasonal produce for delivery. You can get $10 off your first $30 box by clicking here! If you think organic produce is too expensive… think again, and give Misfits Market a look!Nutrition
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