Mango Peach Smoothie Recipe

Mango Peach Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients

• Fruit:
  • 1 cup frozen mango chunks (or 1 medium mango, peeled, pitted, and frozen)
  • 1 cup frozen peach slices (or 1-2 medium peaches, sliced and frozen)
  • (Using frozen fruit is key for a thick, cold, creamy texture without watering it down with too much ice. If using fresh, add about 1 cup of ice.)
• Liquid:
  • 43​ to 1 cup liquid (e.g., orange juice, milk of choice like almond or dairy, or mango nectar)
• Creaminess & Flavor (Optional but Recommended):
  • 41​ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla) OR 41​ cup coconut milk/cream
• Sweetener (Optional, depending on fruit ripeness):
  • 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar
• For Garnish (Optional):
  • Small chunks of fresh peach or mango

Instructions

1. Prep the Blender: Pour your liquid (orange juice, milk, etc.) into the blender first. This helps the blades catch the fruit and blend more easily.
2. Add Main Ingredients: Add the frozen mango chunks, frozen peach slices, and yogurt (or coconut milk/cream) to the blender.
3. Add Sweetener (If needed): If your fruit isn’t very ripe or you prefer a sweeter taste, add your preferred sweetener now.
4. Blend: Secure the lid and blend on a low speed to start, then increase to high speed. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula if necessary to ensure all the fruit is incorporated.
5. Adjust Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more liquid (milk or juice) and blend again. If it’s too thin, add a few more frozen fruit pieces or a couple of ice cubes and blend.
6. Serve: Pour the smoothie into two glasses.
7. Garnish: Thread a few small pieces of fresh peach or mango onto a toothpick or small skewer and place it across the rim of the glass for a beautiful presentation, as shown in the image.
8. Enjoy immediately!

Recipe Notes and Variations

• Protein Boost: Add 1 scoop of vanilla or unflavored protein powder or 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, flax seeds, or hemp seeds.
• Extra Flavor: A squeeze of fresh lime juice can brighten the flavors. A dash of vanilla extract also works well.
• Make it Green: Add a handful of fresh spinach or kale. You won’t taste the greens, but you’ll get extra nutrients!
• Dairy-Free/Vegan: Use a plant-based milk (almond, oat, soy, or coconut) and omit the Greek yogurt, or use a vegan yogurt alternative.