Tropical eye-opener
Time 5 minutes
Yields Serves 1
A friend just came back from a stay at La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad raving about the tropical eye-opener, a light, fruity blender drink served at Legends Restaurant and the Spa Cafe. He ordered one for breakfast and happily sipped away as his wife and kids ate eggs and bacon. Not only was it delicious, he said, but it sustained him through the day.
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Combine the banana, mango, coconut milk, pineapple juice and ice cubes in a blender container and blend until frothy. Pour into a 12-to-16-ounce glass, add a straw and decorate with a sprig of fresh mint.
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