Mango Smoothie
This Mango Smoothie is deliciously thick and creamy. It’s easy to make with just a few ingredients.
Do you drink smoothies year round? This refreshing mango smoothie is made with frozen fruit, so you can enjoy it any time of year. If you prefer to use fresh mango, I’ll give you some tips for that below.
Smoothie recipes are a quick and healthy breakfast or snack. I’m always trying new things when it comes to making smoothies and this delicious mango smoothie recipe is a favorite! We make this fruit smoothie often, along with our other favorites, my Banana Smoothie, Blueberry Smoothie and Oatmeal Breakfast Smoothie.
This mango smoothie has protein and fiber to help fill you up. Pair it with a slice of peanut butter toast for breakfast, or enjoy it as a refreshing afternoon snack.
How to Make the Best Mango Smoothie
The best mango smoothie starts with simple ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need for this recipe, with ideas for substitutions.
Mango Smoothie Ingredients
- Mango – Frozen mango is one of my favorite smoothie ingredients because it blends up to make an incredibly thick, smooth and creamy smoothie. You can also make this smoothie with fresh mango. You’ll need less liquid for a fresh mango smoothie.
- Banana – Half of a banana adds sweetness to the smoothie. I recommend using frozen banana, which helps to thicken the smoothie. Quick tip: Peel and quarter extra ripe bananas and then freeze them so they are always ready to use in smoothies.
- Yogurt – Plain Greek yogurt is one of my favorite smoothie ingredients. It adds protein, flavor and creaminess to smoothie recipes. You can use vanilla yogurt for a sweeter smoothie.
- Milk – Milk helps the ingredients to blend well. Use your preferred milk or non-diary substitute, such as almond milk. Or use orange juice or a tropical juice instead of milk to make a sweet and refreshing smoothie.
- Vanilla Extract – A tiny bit of vanilla extract is my secret smoothie ingredient! It brings out the other flavors and adds a touch of sweetness.
To make a mango smoothie, add all of the ingredients to a blender. For a thick smoothie, start by adding less liquid and then add more as needed until your desired consistency is reached. Blend until fully combined and smooth.
Mango Smoothie Recipe Variations
- To make a dairy-free smoothie, omit the yogurt or use a dairy-free yogurt. Use nondairy milk or juice for the liquid. Orange juice is a good choice, as the citrus complements the mango flavor.
- Try adding other fruits to this smoothie. Add one cup of fresh or frozen pineapple, peaches, strawberries or oranges. If you have a high powered blender, try adding a chopped carrot to the smoothie. The carrot will add sweetness. If you add extra frozen fruit to the smoothie, you may need more liquid to thin the smoothie.
- For a mango smoothie with no banana, you can leave out the banana. Substitute other fruits if desired.
- To make a mango smoothie with spinach, add one cup of loosely packed fresh spinach leaves to the blender. Blend until smooth. The spinach will give your smoothie a green color, but it won’t make your smoothie taste like spinach.
- This smoothie is slightly sweet. To make a sweeter smoothie, blend in a teaspoon or two of honey or pure maple syrup. Or use juice instead of milk for the liquid, or vanilla yogurt instead of plain yogurt.
More Smoothie Recipes
Mango Smoothie
Ingredients
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, or vanilla
- ¾ cup milk, dairy or dairy-free
- ½ medium banana, frozen
- 1 ½ cups frozen mango pieces
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender. Process until smooth, adding more milk to thin out the smoothie as necessary. Serve immediately.
Notes
- To make a dairy-free smoothie, leave out the yogurt or use a dairy-free yogurt. Use nondairy milk or juice for the liquid. Orange juice is a good choice because the citrus complements the mango flavor.
- Try adding other fruits to this smoothie. Add one cup of fresh or frozen pineapple, peaches, strawberries or oranges. If you have a high powered blender, try adding a chopped carrot to the smoothie. The carrot will add sweetness. If you add extra frozen fruit to the smoothie, you may need more liquid to thin the smoothie.
What a gorgeous smoothie, Kristine! I love making them for breakfast or a mid-morning, snack. Mango sounds like the perfect summer flavor! Love how creamy this is!
I need to make smoothies for breakfast more often. My usual go-to is homemade granola or eggs, but smoothies are a great energy boost in the morning!
We love our smoothies over here as well! This looks really refreshing and creamy!
Smoothies are the best, especially creamy ones! 🙂
This mango smoothie is refreshing and nutritious. It looks very thick and creamy.
Thank you, Thao!
Mmmm! This smoothie sounds so delicious – love the tropical flavors! I might even sub in some coconut yogurt to make it extra tropical 🙂
Coconut yogurt is a great idea! I’ll be trying that soon! 🙂
I am a complete sucker for anything with fresh mango. This would go over very well in my house!
If you try this smoothie, I hope you like it, Heather!
I am so going to try this! I just saw that next week my local grocery store will have frozen mango pieces on sale! I love that you have a Julia because I have a Giulia (Italian spelling) as well!
Giulia/Julia has always been my favorite girl name! I love that you used the Italian spelling. I’d be stocking up if I saw frozen mango on sale! 🙂
Smoothies are my favorite! I used to drink them every morning. Love the mango and greek yogurt in here! Yummmm!
Pinning!
Thank you, Mariah!
Boy do these ever look dreamy!
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Smoothies are pretty big at my house, too, since somedays that’s the only way we can get Kai to eat any fruit 🙁 This looks like a delicious flavor for smoothies…will have to give it a try!
My kids are good about eating fruit, but veggies not so much. I need to start putting more vegetables in smoothies, I think! 🙂 I hope Kai likes this smoothie!
This smoothie is dreamy indeed. I definitely need one for breakfast.
You definitely do! 🙂
I love mango SO MUCH and this smoothie looks like the perfect way to enjoy it! So creamy and so simple 😉
Thank you, Allie! I love smoothies because they are so quick and easy to make (and they’re delicious, too)!
I think it’s sweet that they love smoothies and helping make them! I love how creamy this smoothie looks, plus mango is so delicious. Beautiful pictures!
Thank you, Danielle! I’m loving mango these days!
One of my daughters is totally obsessed with mangoes so I am going to make this for her!
I hope she likes it! 🙂
Mango is my absolute favorite kind of smoothie! This sounds SO similar to the Starbucks mango smoothie that I am totally crazy for. Only this looks so much healthier and good for ‘ya!
I’ve never tried that Starbucks smoothie, but I agree that mango is the best in smoothies!
We have the same ‘problem’ in our house; the blender goes on and the whole family is there, asking for a cup! 🙂 Smoothies are SO good and you nailed the thick creaminess in this one. Mango for the win!
Thank you, Mary Frances! Hooray for mango!
My kids are always up for a smoothie — sounds like my house! I love adding mangos — they’re so delicious! And this really does look creamy and dreamy. Pinned!
I love smoothies that are like milkshakes!! And mango has been my favorite ingredient lately! This smoothie looks amazing, can’t wait to try it!
As I just got back from Key West…I am craving all things mango and tropical. So this smoothie fits the bill perfectly! I can’t wait to whip it up!
These smoothies sound so yummy!! I love the tropical flavors. Such a perfect healthy breakfast!
Thank you, Jess!
Love smoothies! This one looks fresh and delicious!Pinned!
Thanks, Mira! 🙂
Good smoothie recipe, thanks.