Description
Enjoy a refreshing tropical smoothie that blends ripe mangoes and bananas with creamy coconut milk and Greek yogurt. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, this nutrient-packed drink is both delicious and satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 cup coconut milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional for added nutrition)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Select ripe mangoes, peel, and dice them into small cubes (about 2 cups).
- Peel and slice the banana into rounds.
- Measure out 1 cup of coconut milk (or your preferred milk).
- Scoop out 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt (optional).
- Gather 1 tablespoon of honey or agave syrup.
- Squeeze fresh orange juice or use store-bought (1/2 cup).
- Prepare 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
- Add the diced mangoes to the blender.
- Layer the sliced banana on top of the mangoes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and Greek yogurt (if using).
- Add honey or agave syrup, followed by the orange juice.
- Toss in the ice cubes and chia seeds (if using).
- Secure the lid and blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds until smooth. Adjust consistency with more coconut milk or orange juice if needed.
- Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness with more honey or agave syrup if desired. Blend again if necessary.
- For a more intense mango flavor, add more diced mango and blend again.
- Pour the smoothie into your favorite glasses.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and optional slices of mango or banana on the rim.
- Serve immediately with a straw.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the sweetness and thickness of the smoothie to your preference.
- This smoothie can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few hours, but it’s best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes