Whip up this refreshing mango smoothie recipe for an instant energy boost! Each serving delivers nutrient-rich fruits, fiber, protein, and probiotics. Preparing this cool and creamy tropical-inspired drink only takes a few minutes.
Recipe Science
- Blending mangoes breaks down their fibrous structure, creating a smooth, creamy texture due to the fruit’s high pectin content.
- Adding yogurt introduces proteins and fats, which enrich and stabilize the texture, preventing separation.
- When blending, adding ice and frozen mango chunks keeps the mixture cool, keeping the smoothie consistency thick.
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“So good!! I added a dash of ground cardamom to make it taste like the mango lassi. it was perfect!”—Foster
Why It Works
Need a cool and refreshing healthy treat? Look no further than the freezer. This delicious mango smoothie is a tropical paradise for your tastebuds. Whip up a smooth and creamy drink in just one minute using a high-speed blender. Each sip is packed with protein and antioxidant benefits.
Fresh mangos are in season from May to September, making them the ultimate summer staple. However, frozen mango chunks are easy to find at grocery stores year-round. This type of fruit pairs nicely with sliced bananas, Greek yogurt, and orange juice for a sweet and tangy smoothie.
Ingredients You’You’lld
- Mangoes: Fresh or frozen mangoes can be used. Ripe fresh mangoes provide the strongest flavor, but they must be frozen. Cut a mango into about ½ to ¾-inch chunks, add them to a plastic bag, and freeze them in a single layer until completely solidified. I usually do this a day ahead of time. For convenience, grab a bag of frozen mango chunks from the grocery store’s freezer section.
- Bananas: Sliced fresh or frozen bananas add a starchy component for a thicker texture and natural sweetness.
- Yogurt: Add plain Greek yogurt for a creamy texture and a boost of protein and probiotics.
- Juice: Orange juice complements the flavor of the mango and balances the drink with a sweet and tangy taste.
- Sweetener: If desired, add a small amount of honey to boost the smoothie’s sweetness.
- Ice: Ice cubes add thickness to the beverage, with a chillier taste.
See the recipe card below for all ingredients and measurements (US and metric).
Ingredient Substitutions
- Frozen Fruit: Add in frozen pineapple, strawberry, acai, blueberry, or papaya for an even more tropical flavor.
- Yogurt: Feel free to use other types of yogurt, like unstrained yogurt or flavored Greek yogurt. Add non-dairy and vegan yogurts like cashew, soy, or coconut.
- Juice Options: Swap out the orange juice for pineapple, mango, or guava juice.
- Sweetness: Increase the sweetness with maple syrup or agave. Vanilla also boosts sweet notes.
- Add Milk: For an even creamier texture, add dairy milk or plant-based and non-dairy milk options like oat milk, coconut milk, almond milk, or cashew milk.
- Nutritional Boost: Add a scoop of protein powder, chia seeds, or flax seeds for an extra satiating beverage. Add veggies like spinach or kale for healthy greens.
How to Make a Mango Smoothie
Step 1: Layer the Ingredients
To ensure that icy ingredients efficiently break down into smaller particles, add the ice cubes and frozen mango, followed by the banana slices, yogurt, orange juice, and honey. This process puts the harder components closer to the sharp blades of the high-speed blender.
Step 2: Cover and Blend
Process at medium speed first to get the large chunks rotating and cut, then increase to high speed. Blend until smooth, thick, and creamy. Taste and add more sweetener to balance the tartness if desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mangos are exotic stone fruits prized for their sweet yet tart, bright orange flesh. Depending on the variety, they have citrus, floral, and hints of peach notes. The most common types are the smaller honey (Ataulfo) or the larger green-hued Haden, Kent, Tommy Atkins, or Keitt varieties.
Two ingredients create a creamy texture in this smoothie: bananas and Greek yogurt. The starches and icy cell walls in frozen bananas break down in the blender, giving a chilly yet smooth consistency. The milk proteins and lipids in the Greek yogurt (unless using nonfat versions) add richness to the smoothie while providing healthy probiotics.
Adding more frozen fruit will create a thicker smoothie texture. Start by using frozen banana slices in addition to the frozen mango and ice cubes. You may need to adjust with a little more orange juice. The fruit prevents the flavor from diluting and doesn’t melt as fast as ice. You can use this to make a smoothie bowl with your desired toppings for a spoonable treat.
Mangoes are low-calorie fruits packed with nutrients, especially fiber, protein, and vitamin C. One cup of sliced mango contains just 99 calories, 1.35 grams of protein, 2.64 grams of fiber, 24.7 grams of carbohydrates, and 60.1 milligrams of vitamin C. They contain an enzyme called amylase that helps break down sugars, which helps with digestion. This recipe includes two cups of frozen mango chunks, which deliver that characteristic tropical taste with a healthy twist
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Mango Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 cups frozen mango chunks
- ½ cup banana slices, about 1 medium banana
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon honey, optional, more as desired
Instructions
- Layer the Ingredients – To a blender, add ice cubes, frozen mango, banana slices, yogurt, orange juice, and honey (if using).
- Cover and Blend – Cover and process on medium speed for about 30 seconds, using the tamper as needed. Increase to high speed for 15 to 30 seconds until thick and smooth. Adjust with more orange juice if needed to reach the desired consistency. Taste and add more honey if needed.
Notes
- Yield: 4 cups
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Freezing Fresh Manoges: Slice mangoes into ½ to ¾-inch chunks. Freeze in a single layer until solidified, about 6 hours. If desired, freeze banana slices for a thicker consistency.
- Make it Dairy-Free: Substitute Greek yogurt for non-dairy yogurts like almond, cashew, soy, or coconut.
Nutrition Facts
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000-calorie diet. All nutritional information is based on estimated third-party calculations. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
Sarah Glass says
How do you store the leftovers? For e amole id like to make a few drinks for ahead of time. Thanks
Jessica Gavin says
You can store individual servings in resealble bags or containers with lids. Let them defrost until they are a thick, but sipable consistency.
Emma Sendlein says
Would sunny d make good orange juice for this? Or can I substitute the orange juice for 1% milk or unsweetened almond milk?
Jessica Gavin says
You can use Sunny D for the mango smoothie. Unsweetened almond milk will make it slightly more creamy an less sweet.
Layla says
Can I make this in a thermomix?
Jessica Gavin says
I haven’t tried making the smoothie in a thermomix, but I believe you can.