Ultimate Mango Spinach Smoothie Recipe
Blend ripe mango, spinach, banana, and ginger with orange juice and coconut milk for a vibrant, healthy smoothie.
Ingredients
- 1 cup very ripe mango or 1 frozen mango chunks
- 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen)
- 2 large handfuls of spinach
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger (peeled)
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup milk (coconut milk recommended)
- 1/2 cup fresh coconut meat (optional)
- 1 teaspoon maca powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 passion fruit (pulp removed optional)
Instructions
- Combine mango chunks, ripe banana, spinach, fresh ginger, orange juice, coconut milk, maca powder, and vanilla extract in a high-power blender. Do not add passion fruit or ice yet.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no spinach or fruit chunks remain.
- Add a handful of ice cubes to the blender and blend again briefly until the ice is fully incorporated and the smoothie is chilled.
- Pour the thick, vibrant smoothie into a tall serving glass.
- Scoop the pulp and seeds from the two passion fruits and sprinkle them over the top of the smoothie.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious, nutrient-packed tropical escape.
Notes
- Use very ripe mangoes for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- For an extra thick smoothie, use frozen banana and mango chunks.
- Adjust the amount of spinach to your preference; kale can be substituted but may alter the color and flavor slightly.
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flax seeds for extra fiber and omega-3s. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- For an extra thick smoothie, use frozen banana and mango chunks.
- Adjust the amount of spinach to your preference; kale can be substituted but may alter the color and flavor slightly.
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flax seeds for extra fiber and omega-3s. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.