Mango and Banana Smoothie
This recipe makes a delicious, creamy, and refreshing smoothie, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light dessert.
Yields: 1 serving Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 ripe banana, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup yogurt (plain or vanilla works best; Greek yogurt will make it thicker)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond, soy, or oat milk)
- Optional:
- 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (if you prefer it sweeter)
- A pinch of cardamom powder (for an extra tropical flavor)
- A few ice cubes (if your fruit isn’t frozen or you prefer a colder smoothie)
- Whipped cream or a few extra mango chunks for garnish
Equipment:
- Blender
- Measuring cups
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Drinking glass
Instructions:
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Prepare the fruit:
- Peel the mango and carefully dice it into small chunks.
- Peel the banana and slice it into rounds.
- Tip: For a colder and thicker smoothie, you can freeze the mango chunks and banana slices beforehand.
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Add ingredients to the blender:
- Place the sliced banana into your blender.
- Add the diced mango.
- Spoon in the yogurt.
- Pour in the milk.
- If using, add honey/maple syrup, cardamom, and ice cubes at this stage.
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Blend until smooth:
- Secure the lid on your blender.
- Start blending on a low speed and gradually increase to high.
- Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, with no fruit chunks remaining. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
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Taste and adjust:
- Taste the smoothie. If you prefer it sweeter, add a bit more honey or maple syrup and blend again briefly.
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Serve:
- Pour the freshly blended smoothie into a tall glass.
- Garnish with a few extra mango chunks or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tips for the Perfect Smoothie:
- Ripe Fruit is Key: Ensure your mango and banana are ripe for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Frozen Fruit: Using frozen fruit (mango, banana, or both) eliminates the need for ice and makes the smoothie much thicker and colder.
- Adjust Consistency: If your smoothie is too thick, add more milk. If it’s too thin, add more frozen fruit or a couple of ice cubes.
- Protein Boost: Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder for an extra nutritional boost.
- Other Add-ins: Feel free to experiment with other ingredients like chia seeds, flax seeds, spinach (you won’t taste it!), or a squeeze of lime juice for brightness.
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