This tropical immunity-boosting smoothie recipe is full of Vitamin C and antioxidants to keep you fighting fit and get your skin glowing! Top it with your favorite fresh seasonal fruit and nuts for a zesty way to start the day!
Who’s ready for a little escape first thing in the morning? Because this Tropical Immunity-Boosting Smoothie Bowl has everything your taste buds and body need to start the day feeling refreshed, nourished, and just a little bit like you’re on a much-needed vacay.
This recipe genuinely has it all. It’s thick, creamy, bursting with flavor thanks to citrus fruits, and just tastes like it’s going to rejuvenate you from head to toe. A hint of earthy turmeric for that beautiful golden glow!
I’ve had this enough times to say that every sip or spoonful is uber-refreshing and full of feel-good flavor. That’s right, it’s sweet, citrusy, and just the right amount of tangy to pep you up on those can’t-get-out-of-bed kind of mornings.
Let’s discuss the immune-boosting ingredients.
Immunity-Boosting Smoothie Ingredients:
Here’s everything you’ll need to bring this bowl of sunshine to life. It’s all super easy to find in local grocery stores – so, don’t stress!
Orange Juice: The citrusy base that brings brightness, sweetness, and a powerful dose of Vitamin C to the mix to enhance immune function.
Frozen Banana: The key to getting that creamy texture and an almost ice cream-esque natural sweetness. Don’t skip it, as it’ll keep this smoothie thick and satisfying!
Frozen Mango: The star ingredient in my book. It’s smooth, juicy, and gives our smoothie that unmistakable tropical flavor!
Pineapple: Adds tang and that juicy lift that keeps every spoonful lively. It’s also packed with bromelain, which is a natural anti-inflammatory agent!
Lime Zest: A touch of zest keeps everything balanced and brings a bit of zing to this otherwise sweet recipe.
Fresh Turmeric Root (or Ground Turmeric): The golden ingredient that adds those anti-inflammatory benefits. It’s also rich in phytonutrients which can help neutralize free radicals! Add black pepper to increase turmeric’s absorbency to prevent oxidative stress.
Protein Powder (Optional): Keeps this smoothie bowl filling enough to serve as a meal. Vanilla or unflavored works best here, but feel free to experiment.
Toppings (Optional): Sliced fruit (think banana, mango, kiwi), toasted coconut, hemp seeds, granola, or chopped macadamia nuts for crunch.
Recipe Customizations
- Make it creamier! Swap half the orange juice for coconut milk if you want an ultra-smooth, rich base.
- Use carrot juice in place of orange juice.
- For less sugar, use almond milk instead of juice.
- Add fresh grated ginger to support healthy digestion.
- Add a handful of spinach for an even bigger nutrient boost.
- Put some collagen, protein powder, chia seeds, or Greek yogurt into your immunity-boosting smoothie to turn it into a heartier meal!
Helpful Tips
- Use frozen fruit. Trust me on this one. It’s what gives your smoothie that thick texture that’ll keep you coming back for more!
- Blend in stages. Start with liquid and soft fruit before adding frozen fruit for a silky finish.
- Balance your toppings for a more interesting sip. Mix creamy with crunchy (nuts or granola) for the best possible contrast!
- I highly recommend serving this tropical immunity boosting smoothie straight out of the blender. It’ll be fine stored in the fridge, but it’ll lose that ultra-smooth creaminess.
How to Make Tropical Immunity Boosting Smoothie
Add the orange juice, frozen banana, mango, pineapple, lime zest, turmeric, and protein powder (if using!) to a high-speed blender.
Blend until thick, smooth, and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Pour your smoothie into a bowl and smooth out the top.
Add your favorite toppings (I love using fresh fruit, toasted coconut, hemp seeds, or granola, but the world’s your oyster!) and enjoy right away while it’s cold and refreshing.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your immune health for a consistently strong immune system for overall health or you simply love delicious ways of taking in fresh fruits, this flavor-blasted smoothie is an absolute treat for your mind and body!
Loved this tropical immunity boosting smoothie? Here are 5 more delicious, sweet breakfasts for you to try!
More Smoothie Recipes:
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- Beet, Turmeric and Mango Smoothie
- Coconut Chia Seed Pudding
- Strawberry Banana Kale Smoothie
- Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
Immunity Boosting Smoothie
Ingredients
Immunity-Boosting Smoothie:
- 3/4 cup orange juice 6 ounces
- 1 large cloves ripe banana peeled and frozen
- 1 cup frozen mango 140 g
- 1/4 cup pineapple fresh or frozen
- 1/4 tsp lime zest
- 1/2 tsp fresh turmeric peeled and grated
- 1 to 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Add the ingredients for the smoothie to a blender and blend until completely smooth.
- If making a smoothie bowl, pour smoothie into a bowl and top with sliced oranges and strawberries, toasted macadamia nuts, and a sprinkle of hemp seeds, or choice of toppings
Nutrition
I shared this recipe June 8, 2017. I updated the ingredient notes, photos, and helpful tips on January 14, 2026.
Where do yiu buy bobs redmill vanilla protein powder?
It’s not on they’re website.
Hi Alison! Apologies for the confusion – it does appear as though they don’t make that protein powder anymore! I recommend using any kind of protein powder you enjoy 🙂
I fuel it with awesome food!
Excercise with a side of smoothie 😉 fuel me~
I go for a walk in the woods with my granddaughters everyday.
I make & keep chia puddings (protein powder added into the mix) in the fridge for go-to snacks & meal replacements. I blend bananas & strawberries with coconut or almond milk for smoothies or frozen treats. And there’s nothing like a mixed salad of bright greens & spinach leaves with apple cider vinegar/olive oil dressing to keep the engine revved.
My daughter and I make smoothies almost every morning. She has to be at school so early she really does not feel like eating food. This would be great to boost her immunity for school.
I fuel my awesomeness with healthy breakfasts like oatmeal, cereal and fruit or yogurt. I eat vegetarian also during the day.
I like to have smoothies with either protein powder or high protein Greek yogurt and various fruits to fuel up!
I fuel my awesomeness by maintaining a Vegan diet. I feel so much better.
I eat oatmeal with apples & cranberries
I try to drink juice that has vegetables in it
I use to have a lot of respritory issues .. Recently I notice when I bought smoothies after work I felt better….Therefore I decided to make them at home instead.. Now I feel awesome in the mornings.. Also I see you use turmeric powder… That is one ingredie
nt that i want to try in one of my smoothies!
I bet my fuel through coffee! Love the stuff but I know it’s not enough.
My favorite is a Chocolate peanut butter smoothie. Chocolate peanut butter protein, teaspoon peanut butter, silk light chocolate silk and ice. Blend in the bullet… Can’t get much better than that!
I always try to eat some fruits and vegetables at least every day!
I keep trying to like the whole smoothie bowl idea, but it just weirds me out. It’s like putting spaghetti in a glass or eating broccoli on a stick.