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This margarita smoothie is a fresh, feel-good twist on the classic drink, bringing all the bright, citrusy flavor you expect without the sugar crash that usually follows. It’s blended with spinach, coconut water, orange, mango, pineapple, fresh lime, and finished with a salt-rimmed glass that makes you almost forget this is actually a green smoothie recipe.
You can enjoy this smoothie as a refreshing mocktail or add a splash of tequila or mezcal when the moment calls for it, making this one recipe that flexes with whatever you’re celebrating.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
You’re going to love how the flavors come together in this smoothie. The mango brings natural sweetness, the lime adds that signature tang, and the salt rim pulls everything into balance. The spinach blends in seamlessly, adding nutrients and a gorgeous green color without any grassy flavor. It works just as well for brunch as it does for happy hour or a sunny afternoon reset.
Tip: Add in a swirl of chamoy sauce for a fun twist.
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Mocktail or Cocktail Options
- Make it a cocktail: Add 1–2 ounces of tequila or mezcal before blending. Blend again briefly to combine.
- Make it alcohol-free: Skip the tequila and enjoy it as a hydrating, tropical mocktail.
How to Make a Margarita Smoothie
To make this margarita smoothie, you’ll need fresh spinach, coconut water, a peeled orange, frozen mango (or freeze a freshly cut mango), frozen pineapple, fresh lime juice, plus optional tequila or mezcal, if you want to turn it into a cocktail.
Add everything to a blender (check out my recommended blenders for smoothies) and blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Tip: Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, dip it into flaky sea salt, then pour and enjoy right away.
More Cinco de Mayo Recipes
This margarita smoothie is perfect for summer gatherings, Cinco de Mayo, brunch with friends, or a simple weekday happy hour at home, proving that healthy and fun can live in the same glass.
Pair it with plant-based favorites like a piña colada smoothie, tacos de papas, a chopped vegan enchilada skillet, or a mangonada (also known as a chamoyada) for a festive, flavor-packed menu. Progress over perfection, always—and cheers to blending plants and celebrating well.
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Margarita Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach
- ½ cup coconut water
- ½ orange peeled
- 1 cup mango frozen
- ½ cup pineapple frozen
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- sea salt, unrefined coarse, for rim of glasses
Instructions
- Blend spinach, orange, and coconut water until smooth.
- Add mango, pineapple, and lime juice. Blend again.
- Save squeezed lime wedge and rub it around the rim of a margarita glass. Dip the rim into the coarse salt.
- Pour the smoothie into the prepared glass.
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Notes
- Use frozen fruit to make smoothie cold.
- Garnish with a lime wedge to make look super cute.
Hi, two questions!
1. Is there not an issue with the white stringy bits between the peel and flesh of an orange? Should I make an effort to get rid of as many as possible?
2. As a college student, smoothies are a great idea for a quick breakfast that will keep my immune system up. But so much fresh, tropical fruit can be expensive. Can you get an enjoyable smoothie out of no-sugar-added canned pineapple, peaches, etc?
PS Sorry, I should specify – I’ve noticed that frozen fruit also often costs a silly amount. That’s why I ask about canned.
Hi Kelsey,
Thanks for reaching out. Worried about the orange pith? Don’t be, it’s packed with fiber. It does have a slightly bitter flavor, so if you don’t enjoy the flavor, removing some additional pith is a good option.
We’re all about making green smoothies work for you + your wallet. While you can definitely blend with canned fruit, even those stored in their own juice contain additional sugar. So it’s important to take that into consideration when blending.
Here are a few more tips for making healthy living easy on your budget…
-Make a shopping list: Making a weekly meal planning list that covers what you will eat on a daily basis will help you only buy what you need. Make sure to include snacks in your meal plan and shopping list, too.
-Buy seasonal fruit and veggies: Purchasing produce is in season and is typically cheaper. And if you see a good deal on fresh fruits and veggies, purchase in bulk and freeze for future smoothies.
-Buy out of season fruits frozen: Costco and Sam’s Club sell large bags of organic frozen fruit at good prices. If your freezer can accommodate bags in bulk, take advantage of making these purchases.
-Buy from local fruit stands, farmer’s markets and CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture): For the tastiest and most fresh organic produce, buy locally. Not only has the produce been grown and harvested close to home, but buying locally also helps our environment by eliminating the time and resources needed to deliver. Visit, to find your local farm, farmers markets, and other local food sources.
-Follow the EWG’s Dirty Dozen: This list will help you know what is worth getting organic and what you can buy conventional.
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/dirty-dozen-list
Hope this helps!
Most of your recipes say 2 servings, does that mean I shouldn’t chug the whole thing myself?
Hi Donna!
Thanks for reaching out! Our serving sizes are there as a suggestion :). We always recommend doing what’s best for you, personally!
I’ve been known to go through both servings, as well (they’re just so darn tasty!), so what I do now, is divide up the servings right away, and stick one in the fridge for lunch or an afternoon snack :).
Can i use any other fruit instead of pineapple? I am not much fan of pineapple.
Hi Jenny!
Totally! Feel free to use any fruit you love :). Any citrus fruit–like mango, orange, or kiwi–are some of my favorite pineapple substitutes.
Cheers!
Is there a substitute for coconut water? Can tap water work?
Hi Lisa!
Feel free to use any liquid base in place of coconut water :). Filtered water, coconut milk, fresh-squeezed juice, and green tea are some of our favorites!
Cheers!
Do you peel and pit the mango or use the whole thing?
Hi Robert,
Great question! We definitely suggest pitting the mango prior to blending. The peel on the other hand is heavily concentrated with carotenoids and polyunsaturated fatty acids – known for fighting off cancer, inflammation, diabetes, and heart disease.
When blending the mango skin we suggest selecting your fruit when the fruit is ripe and the skin is at its thinnest. While the mango skin is packed with nutrients, those sensitive to poison ivy or poison oak should avoid eating the skin due to a potential allergic reaction known as “mango itch”. And with any peel, we suggest starting small. You can always add more as your body + taste buds become accustomed to their health benefits + taste.
Learn more about our favorite peels here…
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/tutorials/ingredients
This looks delicious and refreshing =) Thanks for sharing. I like mine with as many fruits and vegetables as possible.
HI Marianela,
This is one of our favorite recipes, especially with summer right around the corner!
Cheers!
Just curious what brand of coconut water do you use? Many that i find process their water at such high temps it destroys most nutrients. Thanks!
Hi Caitlin,
Looking for a great raw coconut water option? Try reaching for Harmless Harvest.
hey just wondering what time of day is best to have smoothies ?? and can they be used to replace meals?
Hi Kela,
Thanks for reaching out! You can enjoy your green smoothie any time of day! Just know that your green smoothie will give you a great energy boost, similar to a cup of coffee, in case you’re planning on having your smoothie late at night.
You can definitely use your green smoothie as a meal replacement! We simply suggest adding protein + healthy fats to ensure you’re fueling your body with a complete meal. Check out our favorite meal replacement booster combos here…
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/meal-replacement-smoothie
I WAS WONDERING HOW MANY CALORIES IS THIS SMOOTHIE?
Hi Nichelle,
We personally don’t count calories, so we don’t include them in our recipes at this time. You’ll find that when you consume more nourishing whole fruits and veggies, you will not only feel full longer, but you’ll also have lessened cravings for high-calorie, nutritionally empty foods. So in the end it balances out. But we know many people would like to have calorie info. Three great resources for tracking calories are Self Nutrition Data, and the phone apps: My Fitness Pal and Lose It.
Wowzers! I didn’t know what to expect from this recipe because I’ve never had anything like it. The incorporation of lime juice and orange truly made this smoothie something special. I added 1 packet of stevia and 2 tbls of Chia seeds. This smoothie is an explosion of flavor. It tastes like I just threw a handful of skittles in my mouth. Best of all it’s all from nature. Thanks for this amazing website!
HI Meaninc,
We love your description of our Tropical Mango-Rita Green Smoothie!! Thank you so much for sharing, and we love hearing your love for making healthy living taste great!
Cheers 🙂
I just did the exact same thing ( added chia and stevia). This smoothie is fabulous!
Hi Jadah & Jen, i’m wondering what kind of orange that you use for this recipe? How about the orange seeds? Do you squeeze the orange or just put it on blender? Thanks
Hi Angguni,
Thanks for reaching out! Use any orange you love, my favorite is navel! If you want to truly capture all the benefits that citrus fruits can provide, then try blending them whole (including the seeds) with your green smoothies (just make sure they are organic if you use the peel and all. Don’t go crazy on the peels because the taste is strong (Jen figured that out the hard way).
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/vitamin-c-benefits
Cheers 🙂
I’ve been wanting to make this one for a while because I love margaritas. I decided to make it for my boyfriend since he practically survives off of smoothies.
We absolutely loved it. He said it was his favorite part of breakfast (we had it with toast, poached egg, and avocado garlic lime spread). He said it went well with the avocado lime spread.
Now he’s a believer of Simple Green Smoothies.
I really liked the addition of the salt around the rim. It provided a nice contrast to the sweetness of the drink.
Hi Loren,
YAY! We’re so excited to hear you + your boyfriend enjoyed our Tropical Mango-Rita Green Smoothie! It’s the perfect summer green smoothie, especially with the hot weather coming in August. We love hearing from our SGS community, thank you for taking the time to reach out!
Cheers 🙂