This Mango Protein Smoothie is a delicious and nutritious way to start the day. To make this smoothie, you only need a few simple and clean ingredients. Enjoy it as a smoothie or make it into a smoothie bowl with your favorite toppings!
Warmer weather means more smoothies and smoothie bowls! You typically see berry smoothies and acai smoothie bowls, however, I LOVE mango smoothie.
This recipe uses simple and easy to find ingredients. You can make it the day of or the day before so that you have breakfast ready to go.
Don't want to drink this smoothie? Make it into a smoothie bowl and top with granola, fresh fruit, seeds, nuts and nut butter for a delicious and refreshing meal.
Ingredient Notes
- Frozen Mango
- Frozen Banana
- Chia Seeds
- Hemp Seeds
- Ground Flaxseeds
- Kefir (optional)
- Coconut Water (or other milk/liquid alternative)
- Vanilla Protein Powder (optional)
Mango Health Benefits
Mangoes are PACKED with nutrients. It is particularly high in Vitamin C which aids immunity, iron absorption, as well as cell growth and repair.
Nutrients in mangoes also support heart health. Offering both magnesium and potassium to your diet, these promote in lower blood pressure.
Last, but definitely not least, mango is accessible and easy to add into your diet. Mango can be enjoyed frozen or fresh! And consumed on it's own or used in a delicious smoothie, just like this recipe.
How to Make this Mango Protein Smoothie
- Add all of the smoothie ingredients into a blender or food processor
- Make sure to add the liquid ingredients first!
- Blend until fully combined
- Pour into a glass or a serving bowl. Top with any additional toppings if you are making a smoothie bowl.
- Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
There's about 15 grams of protein in 1 serving of this recipe.
You don't have to adjust any of the ingredients! Just pour into a bowl and top with your favorite smoothie bowl ingredients. I like to add granola (see recipe below or this Gluten Free Nut Free Granola), fresh fruit, seeds, nuts and nut butter.
Use less coconut water or milk! The way this recipe is written, it should have a good thickness to it. However, you can also add more frozen mango and banana for a thicker texture.
Also, the vanilla protein powder helps thicken up a smoothie!
There are two options! Freeze your fresh fruit and then make the smoothie once it's frozen. The second option is to add about ½ to 1 cup of ice until it reaches your desired consistency.
Yes, you can! Store in a glass, sealed container or cup until ready to use or for up to 2 days.
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Mango Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
Mango Protein Smoothie
- 1 banana frozen
- 1.5 cups mango frozen
- ½ cup coconut water unsweetened
- ½ cup unsweetened kefir optional
- 1 tbsp chia seeds optional
- ½ tbsp hemp seeds optional
- ½ tbsp ground flax seeds optional
- 1 serving vanilla protein powder optional
Quick 'n Easy Granola (Optional for topping)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup chopped almonds
- ½ tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
Mango Protein Smoothie
- Add all of the smoothie ingredients into a blender or food processor. Make sure to add all of the liquid ingredients first!
- Blend until fully combined. You may have to pause and mix throughout the blending process.
- Pour into a glass or a serving bowl. Top with any additional toppings if you are making a smoothie bowl.
- Enjoy!
Quick 'n Easy Granola
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil/parchment paper and cover with non-stick spray
- Mix all of the ingredients in one bowl until the oats and almonds are completely covered with the maple syrup, ground cinnamon and vanilla extract
- Spread in an even layer on the baking sheet
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes then mix it around and spread in an even layer again
- Put back into the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the rolled oats are slightly golden and nuts are roasted
- Remove from the oven and let cool before adding it to your smoothie bowl.
- Storage : Store in a Ziploc bag or storage container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Love this mango smoothie! Super tasty and easy to make!
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed, it's a favorite for sure.
i love mangos anything and this one really hit the spot! Not currently on vacation but still felt tropical!
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed
This mango bowl is definetly refreshing and so nutrient dense.
Thank you so much! You've got that right