This Mango Smoothie is creamy, refreshing, and naturally sweet with frozen mango, banana, and a splash of orange juice. It’s bright, tropical, and ready in minutes—perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a quick afternoon pick-me-up.
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This mango smoothie tastes like sunshine!
I used to think of smoothies as an obligatory vehicle to check the boxes:
- Start the day with a balanced breakfast: check.
- Get servings of fruits, vitamins, and minerals to stay healthy: check.
- Boost protein to stay full and/or support workout recovery: check.
But I don’t want a smoothie that I force myself to guzzle down in order to check the boxes.
I want a smoothie that I actually enjoy!
Like, this Strawberry Mango Smoothie and this 4 Ingredient Mango Green Smoothie, this mango smoothie recipe is fresh and jam-packed with nutrients; however, this version is particularly simple and oh-so fresh for when you just want a straight-up mango smoothie.
For those who love mangos: yes, this is the best mango smoothie out there!
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Ingredients and Substitutions
You’ll find the full list of ingredients in the recipe card below, but here are some notes to keep in mind.
- Mango. Opting for frozen mango chunks is a great time saver because it’s already chopped, and it’s more economical. I find fresh mango to be one of the more laborious fruits to prep (I used to think that about watermelon until I learned How to Cut a Watermelon). Mangos are an excellent source of vitamin C (take that, colds!), vitamin A, folate, and fiber.
- Banana. Banana blends well with mango because it adds a creamy texture to the smoothie and makes it more substantial. Banana also adds to the tropical vibe, and delivers potassium, vitamin B6, and more vitamin C.
- Milk. You can use your milk of choice here. I like unsweetened almond milk because it is creamy and low calorie, and great if you need to keep this dairy free.
- Orange Juice. Pack an extra punch of vitamin C with the addition of orange juice, which also makes the smoothie reminiscent of an Orange Julius (anyone else taken back to hanging out in the mall when you hear “Orange Julius,” or am aging myself as an elder Millennial?), without all the added unnatural sugars.
- Ice. Throw in a couple cubes of ice to ensure your smoothie is nice and cold and your desired thickness.
All About Bananas in Smoothies
- Bananas can be used fresh or frozen for this easy mango smoothie recipe (and in Pineapple Smoothie).
- I prefer mine frozen to make the smoothie as cold as possible, but it will still be plenty thick if you are using room temperature bananas because of the mango’s thicker consistency.
- If you are using a fresh banana, start with half the amount of milk to ensure it doesn’t get too thin.
- A very ripe banana means a sweeter banana and sweeter smoothie. This is a great time to use up those brown bananas (if you have even more, try this Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie or Smoothie Bowl too).
Amp It Up With These (Optional) Add-Ins
- Vanilla Greek Yogurt. Makes the smoothie extra creamy and adds protein and calcium.
- Protein Powder. A scoop of vanilla protein powder will round this smoothie out to a total meal.
- Nut Butter. Almond or cashew butter complement the flavors nicely, and their healthy fats add extra satiation.
Step-By-Step Instructions
- Gather ingredients.
- Add all the ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth. ENJOY!
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
- Simple Fruit Smoothies. Watermelon Smoothie; Peach Smoothie; Strawberry Smoothie.
- Green Smoothies. Kale Smoothie; Green Smoothie; Strawberry Spinach Smoothie; Avocado Smoothie
- Unusual Smoothies. Beet Smoothie; Oatmeal Smoothie.
- And so many more smoothie recipes!
Mango Smoothie
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice start with 1/2 cup if using fresh banana
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 1 cup frozen mango pieces
- ¼ cup banana slices fresh or frozen, about 1/2 small banana
- Ice cubes optional
Optional:
- Vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon almond butter or cashew butter
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients but ice in a blender: almond milk (start with 1/2 cup if you’re using fresh banana, since it will blend up more liquids than frozen), orange juice, mango, and banana.
- Blend until smooth. Add more almond milk for a thinner consistency or more mango pieces or a few ice cubes for a thicker consistency. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- TO STORE: Leftover smoothies can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
- TO FREEZE: Freeze smoothies in airtight, freezer-safe jars for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.
Added the protein powder and some spinach! DELISH!!!
YAY, so glad Elaine!!! Merci!
I added only 1/2 cup of milk and 1/2 cup cottage cheese, 3 ice cubes, and one tsp vanilla extract as well as a whole very ripe banana because I didn’t want to throw out half of it. This made for a thick, creamy, very cold and delicious smoothie. One of the best I’ve ever made using a fruit I seldom buy. Thanks for a great recipe!
Hi Mary! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review and feedback on additions!