Description
Summer’s paradise meets blissful refreshment in this Tropical Strawberry Mango Smoothie, blending luscious fruits into a cool, silky escape. Creamy waves of sweet mango and ripe strawberries will transport you to a beachside retreat with each sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits:
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1 banana
Dairy and Liquid Base:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup coconut milk (or almond milk)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather ripe strawberries, fresh mango chunks, yogurt, milk, and honey in your blender, ensuring all ingredients are chilled for optimal smoothness.
- Pulse the ingredients initially to break down larger fruit pieces, creating a preliminary blend.
- Increase blender speed to high, processing for 45-60 seconds until the mixture transforms into a velvety, uniform consistency with no visible fruit chunks.
- Evaluate the smoothie’s flavor profile, carefully adding additional honey if a sweeter taste is desired, or a splash of milk to adjust thickness.
- Transfer the vibrant tropical mixture into tall glasses, allowing the rich colors to showcase the fresh fruit’s natural beauty.
- Garnish with a small strawberry slice or mango wedge on the glass rim for an elegant presentation, and serve immediately to preserve the smoothie’s optimal temperature and texture.
Notes
- Check fruit ripeness to maximize natural sweetness without extra sugar.
- Frozen fruits create a thicker, more refreshing smoothie texture and eliminate need for ice.
- Experiment with plant-based milk alternatives like almond or coconut milk for different flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Add a small handful of spinach for hidden nutrition without altering the vibrant tropical taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg