Easy Mango Smoothie
Easy homemade mango smoothie recipe with Greek yogurt, flaxseed, and fresh lime—creamy, nutritious, and ready in 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh mango chunks, or frozen mango pieces
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, full-fat or low-fat
- 3/4 cup whole milk, or coconut milk for dairy-free
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tbsp raw honey, or 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom or nutmeg, optional
- 1 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes, optional topping
- 1 tsp chia seeds, optional topping
- 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen, optional for creaminess
Instructions
- 1
Peel and pit the fresh mangoes if using whole fruit, then cut the flesh into 2-inch chunks.
- 2
Add the mango pieces to your blender pitcher first.
- 3
Pour in the Greek yogurt and whole milk directly over the mango.
- 4
Squeeze fresh lime juice into the blender to prevent browning and add brightness.
- 5
Sprinkle the ground flaxseed, honey, and vanilla extract into the pitcher.
- 6
Add the ice cubes and optional cardamom or nutmeg for warmth and depth.
- 7
Blend on high speed for 60 to 90 seconds until the mixture becomes completely smooth and creamy with no visible fruit chunks.
- 8
Pause and check consistency; if too thick, add 2 to 3 tablespoons more milk and blend for 15 more seconds.
- 9
Pour the smoothie into chilled glasses, filling to about three-quarters full.
- 10
Top with coconut flakes and chia seeds if desired for texture and additional nutrition.
- 11
Serve immediately while frosty and cold, drinking within 5 minutes for best flavor and texture.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| whole milk | unsweetened almond milk or oat milk | reduces calories and fat while maintaining creaminess from the yogurt base |
| plain Greek yogurt | silken tofu or cashew cream | provides creaminess for vegan diets while delivering comparable protein and healthy fats |
| honey | 1 ripe banana or dates blended in | eliminates refined sweetener while adding natural sugars, fiber, and potassium |
| fresh mango | frozen mango pieces | prevents need for excess ice, maintains peak ripeness flavor, and reduces water content |
| ground flaxseed | ground chia seeds or hemp seeds | provides similar fiber and omega-3 benefits with alternative nutrient profiles |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 172 |
| Total Fat | 3g |
| Saturated Fat | 1g |
| Cholesterol | 9mg |
| Sodium | 62mg |
| Carbohydrates | 26g |
| Fiber | 4g |
| Sugar | 20g |
| Protein | 14g |
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