Mango Banana Parfait & Smoothie Recipe

Mango Banana Parfait & Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients

For Parfait (1 serving):

• 1 ripe mango, peeled & diced

• 1 ripe banana, sliced

• ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)

• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

• A few mint leaves for garnish

For Smoothie (1 serving):

• 1 ripe mango, peeled & diced

• 1 ripe banana, sliced

• ½ cup Greek yogurt or milk (dairy or plant-based)

• ½ cup ice cubes

• 1 tsp honey (optional)

Instructions

For Parfait:

1. Wash, peel, and dice the mango into small cubes.

2. Peel and slice the banana into thin rounds.

3. In a tall glass, add a layer of mango cubes, then banana slices.

4. Add a generous spoonful of Greek yogurt over the fruit.

5. Repeat layers until the glass is full.

6. Drizzle honey over the top and garnish with mint leaves.

7. Serve immediately for freshness.

For Smoothie:

1. Place mango cubes, banana slices, yogurt (or milk), and ice cubes into a blender.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Taste and add honey if needed for sweetness.

4. Pour into a tall glass and garnish with banana slices.

5. Serve chilled.

Q&A Section

Q1: Can I use frozen fruits instead of fresh?
Yes! Frozen mango and banana make the smoothie creamier and thicker without adding ice.

Q2: How can I make it vegan?
Use coconut or almond yogurt and plant-based milk. Replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.

Q3: Can I prepare this in advance?
The parfait is best eaten fresh to prevent the bananas from browning. The smoothie can be refrigerated for up to 12 hours but tastes best fresh.

Q4: Can I add protein?
Yes, add 1 scoop of protein powder or 2 tbsp of nut butter to the smoothie for an extra boost.

Q5: What are the health benefits?
Mango provides Vitamin C and A, banana gives potassium and fiber, and yogurt adds probiotics for gut health.