Smoothies are a great way to watch what you are eating and add protein to your meals. Try this Coconut Mango Smoothie for a light and refreshing meal during the holidays.
From November through December it is usually a food eating frenzy around here. Cookies, cakes, pies, fudge, and much more can be found just about anywhere we go. And I feel the need to "sample" all of it...in the name of research, of course.
Now I realize that most people associate smoothies with summer time. But I am here to tell you that is a misconception. Smoothies are a wonderful option to balance out all the eating you will be doing during the holidays too. You get your dairy, fruit, and protein all in one glass.
Kids also love smoothies...I like to call this one a "milkshake" and watch my kids come running. They are ice cream monsters...so, please do not tell them this has no ice cream whatsoever. I'm sure one day they will figure out that I have been "tricking" them with frozen fruit and greek yogurt, but for now mums the word. The consistency of this smoothie has the creamy, smooth texture of ice cream, but without all those extra sugar calories.
That just means bring on the fudge...oh, wait that's not how this is supposed to work.
Smoothies are also great for those days when you have to run errands and need to eat on the go. I love how quickly I can have a smoothie made using this little blender.
I drop all my smoothie ingredients into the blender and hit the Auto Smoothie button. 45 seconds later I have a perfectly blended smoothie.
Pour it into a to go cup using the no mess pouring spout, and you are ready to head out to the stores for a day of shopping...or fudge testing. Whichever comes first.
Recipe
Coconut Mango Smoothie
This Coconut Mango Smoothie makes a delicious and filling meal. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or an after school snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- ½ cup greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender. Pulse until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and top with extra frozen fruit, if desired. Makes 1 serving.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 325Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 104mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 4gSugar: 26gProtein: 38g
liz
Lord willing, I would make strawberry or chocolate, and give one of the blenders to my sister for Christmas.
Julie
mango pineapple for sure
Valerie
I would make a chocolate banana smoothie - my favorite 🙂
Carlisha
Chocolate covered strawberry or chocolate covered banana smoothie yuuummmmm
Jess @ On Sugar Mountain
I definitely forget about smoothies until the spring, but now I find myself craving this smoothie for breakfast tomorrow! YUM. 😀
Julie
Strawberries and vanilla yogurt
thanks
Chels R.
This looks great!!! I love a smoothie anytime of year.
Marcie
I love the sound of this tropical flavored smoothie! I love them, and haven't made any in ages. We need healthy alternatives during the holidays, and smoothies are the perfect thing!
Debra Womack
Hmmm... Probably the Coconut Mango smoothie... I showed the recipe to my hubby - and he said "Mmmm... right up my alley! And we could add some spiced rum to it!"
(My hubby drinks less alcohol in a year than most folks do in a weekend)
Eat Good 4 Life
This is right up my alley. I love the fact that you used Greek yogurt and extra protein with the powder. What a great flavor!
MaryB
I'd make strawberry coconut first but this mango coconut sounds delicious!
Shelly
I think I'd make a strawberry orange smoothie.
Cassiday
Coffee coffee coffee! There would be some mad experimenting with coffee-based smoothies. Thanks for the opportunity!
Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen
Oh geezzz... I must have this RIGHT NOW! This looks absolutely fantastic, and I absolutely LOVE smoothies! Pinning!
Jelli
Mango season is about to start here. In fact, I've got one in the fridge right now. This tropical-inspired drink will definitely be in my blender soon. Pinned!
bethany
This smoothie sounds delicious! I am definitely going to try this one, and soon! I'm a sucker for those tropical flavors, mango especially!
SaraJ
I would make a cherry berry smoothie.
Tieghan
Smoothies are my favorite, especially mongo smoothies!!
Jenni J
Love this recipe!!! And love mango so anytime I can put them in recipes I do!
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
I love tropical flavors, so mango coconut sounds perfect to me!