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This delicious, refreshing Mango Smoothie is made with Greek yogurt (or your favorite protein powder), mango, banana, and your favorite milk or water. It’s full of protein and vitamins, and it’s a great way to start your day.
I love the tropical combination of mango and banana, and it brings a lot of sweetness to this smoothie. But, depending on how ripe your fruits are, you may need a touch of honey, too. Or, replace the water or milk with orange juice, and your smoothie will be plenty sweet.
For extra fiber, add some flax seeds or chia seeds or even a handful of greens. They will all change the color, but the taste will still be delicious.
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Ingredient notes
- Mango: To substitute fresh mango (peeled and chopped), add ½ cup ice to the blender. Similar to an avocado or a peach, a ripe mango will give slightly when you squeeze it. It should smell fruity at the stem when ripe, too.
- Protein powder: You can use either Greek yogurt or protein powder in this smoothie. Protein powder is never a one-size-fits-all solution, but I wrote extensively about the Best Protein Powders for Smoothies because it’s something I care about. If you don’t currently have a favorite, you might be able to find one in the list.
- Honey: Taste the smoothie before adding any sweeteners, then start with a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup. If you use a vanilla-flavored protein powder, you probably won’t need anything.
Step-by-step instructions
- In the bottom of a blender, add water, banana, mango, and protein powder or Greek yogurt.
- Blend until smooth. Taste and add honey if desired.
Recipe tips and variations
- Yield: This recipe makes about 2 cups of smoothie, enough for 1 serving.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Some separation may occur, so shake or stir to combine before enjoying.
- Flax or chia seeds: Add 2 tablespoons of flax seeds or chia seeds for an extra boost of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. You can soak the chia seeds in water for 5 to 10 minutes if desired, but it’s not required. Bob’s Red Mill is my favorite brand for these.
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- Carrot Smoothie: You’ll love the flavors of mango, bananas, and orange juice in this colorful, vibrant smoothie starring a secret ingredient: frozen carrots.
- Spinach Smoothie: Fresh spinach, banana, pineapple, and yogurt make for a super simple, totally deliciousway to eat more greens.
- Strawberry Citrus Ginger Smoothie: Quench your thirst with this refreshing and fruity treat perfect for crushing your sweet cravings.
Recipe FAQs
Mango, with its sweet and sour flavor, pairs perfectly with any other fruit in the tropical fruit family such as pineapple, peach, or papaya. Replace up to half the mango with any one of these fruits, or put together a cup’s worth of any of your favorite fruit combination.
Mango smoothies that have a balanced nutritional profile, including protein, fiber, and healthy fats, can be an excellent, healthy choice for a meal. However, stay away from “sugar bomb” smoothies that have nothing but fruit or juices in them. They are likely to tank your blood sugar, make you tired, and lead to cravings.
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Mango Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup water or almond milk
- 1 medium banana
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks (about 4 ounces, see note 1)
- 1 scoop protein powder or ½ cup Greek yogurt (see note 2)
- 1 tablespoon honey to taste, optional
Instructions
- In the bottom of a blender, add water, banana, mango, and protein powder or Greek yogurt. Blend until smooth. Taste and add honey if desired.
Notes
- Mango: To substitute fresh mango (peeled and chopped), add ½ cup ice to the blender. Similar to an avocado or a peach, a ripe mango will give slightly when you squeeze it. It should smell fruity at the stem when ripe, too.
- Protein powder: Use either your favorite vanilla protein powder or ½ cup Greek yogurt.
- Honey: Taste the smoothie before adding any sweeteners, then start with a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup. If you use a vanilla-flavored protein powder, you probably won’t need anything.
- Yield: This recipe makes about 2 cups of smoothie, enough for 1 serving.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Some separation may occur, so shake or stir to combine before enjoying.
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Did you know that mangoes come in all shapes and sizes? I like the bigger ones, because there’s more fruit than those smaller, Champagne mangoes. This smoothie is one of my favorite breakfasts during mango season. Blending the mango makes it very thick, naturally.
Yummy! I love your smoothie idea. Thanks for adding some pineapple, its my all time favorite fruit for smoothie. I will gonna try this smoothie. I home it will help to boost my immune system .
Would this recipe work if the coconut water was substituted with almond milk or coconut milk? Not a fan of coconut water but really want to try this recipe.
Hi Athena, yes absolutely! I was trying to be all trendy with my coconut water. You can absolutely sub any beverage of your choice (even regular water). Thanks for the question!
I ve just discovered your blog, very very good job.
Thank you so much Maïmouna! I appreciate your support. :D
Yum! If I were to add rum, could I make it a healthy pina colada? :)
You should definitely add rum! That healthy pina colada sounds perfect for breakfast. :D
We always have Greek yoghurt in our fridge, too … I use it like mayonnaise, eat it for breakfast or dessert, make dips with it, put it in cakes etc. etc. etc. It’s the food of the gods!!!
And what a beautiful smoothie … I just love that it only has those 4 delicious and fresh ingredients!
Why am I not surprised that you always have Greek yogurt in the fridge? Thank you so much, lovely Helen! :)
Love Chobani and the coconut added make this a fabulous summer drink!
Thank you so much, Kathleen!
Yum! What a great extra to add to your smoothie, love the idea of using a fresh coconut water. Reminds me of childhood. Thanks for sharing this inventive Chobani greek yogurt smoothie. #client
Thank you so much, Cristi! Wish I could say I had anything even resembling this in MY childhood… ;)