My thick and silky Mango Smoothie is full of tropical mango, banana and lime flavors, and Greek yogurt for added protein. This really is a super simple smoothie with just 6 ingredients that can be easily changed up with whatever you have on hand.
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Mango Smoothie Video
Watch me blend this easy mango smoothie recipe using the perfect combination of fruits, yogurt, and honey in less than 5 minutes! Try this easy smoothie recipe the next time your kids come home hangry from school (works the same for adults too)!
Easy Mango Smoothie Recipe
This mango smoothie was inspired by my 10-year-old daughter, since we regularly whip up smoothies together after school (and yes, those are her sweet little hands wrapped around the jar in the photo). We perfected this recipe for months, first with a yummy basic mango smoothie. Then one day we added a squeeze of lime juice and WOW! I’m never going back. The lime brightens the sweetness of the mango, making it so vibrant and exotic tasting.
Smoothies are one of my favorite after-school snacks to help power through whatever we have planned for the afternoon and encourage more balanced snacks. I also like Ranch Dip and veggies, Cowboy Caviar, and Date Snickers Bars over prepackaged snacks.
Ingredients
I always stock frozen mango in the freezer to make the perfect cold and creamy mango smoothie when the craving hits, but I also include substitution ideas below so you can make it with what you have.
- Frozen mango chunks – use straight from the freezer, or substitute with 2 fresh mangos if using a frozen banana
- Banana – fresh or frozen bananas work here, giving the smoothie the creamiest consistency
- Yogurt – Use Greek yogurt for higher protein and thicker consistency, or plain yogurt for a thinner texture. You can substitute with cottage cheese, kefir, or even avocado
- Milk – I prefer whole milk, but you can use any type of milk, including almond milk, for a dairy-free mango smoothie
- Honey – Add this to taste and you can omit or swap with agave or your favorite sweetener.
- Fresh lime juice – The secret ingredient! You’ll only need 1 teaspoon. You can also swap with lemon juice.
Pro Tip:
For the best texture, at least the mango or banana should be frozen. If you’re using fresh fruit, add a handful of ice to your smoothie to keep it chilled.
How to Make a Mango Smoothie
This mango smoothie recipe is so easy—just toss it all into the blender! I prefer my high-powered Vitamix, since it does a great job of getting a smooth texture.
- Add the ingredients – place everything into the blender.
- Blend – on a high speed for 60 seconds or until no chunks remain
- Taste and adjust – taste the mixture using a spoon. Adjust the taste and consistency
Natasha’s Pro Tip for Leftover Smoothie
If you have leftover mango smoothie, pour it into popsicle molds and pop them into the freezer for the best mango popsicles!
Tips for the Best Mango Smoothie
This foolproof recipe for mango smoothies is so forgiving and quick. Here are some of my tips for making it even easier:
- Use frozen fruit – Smoothies taste best with frozen fruit. To freeze your bananas for a creamy, soft-serve-like consistency, peel ripe bananas, break them into chunks, and put them into a freezer zip-top bag
- Add honey and lime to taste – if your fruit is tart, start with just 1/2 tsp of lime juice and add more honey to taste. For sweeter fruit, add more lime juice as needed. I’ve used up to 1 Tbsp lime juice for very sweet mangos.
- If the blender gets stuck, let the mixture sit to thaw slightly before blending—2 to 3 minutes. You can also add more liquid to thin the fruit, or use a tamper accessory if you have one.
Make-Ahead and Storage Tips
This recipe makes just 1 large or two small smoothies, but if you have leftovers, simply pour the mango smoothie into a popsicle mold or ice cube molds to freeze.
- Make-Ahead: Make the smoothie and freeze in silicone ice cube trays. Use a blender to blend the ice cubes.
- To Refrigerate: Store for up to 12 hours in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Freezing: freeze as popsicles or ice cubes for up to 3 months.
Try this Mango Smoothie Recipe for a nice breakfast or afternoon snack packed with fresh fruit and protein-rich Greek Yogurt. You’ll love the perfectly sweet taste and velvety smooth texture in this satisfying drink. This will quickly become a snack favorite, just like in my kitchen.
Try These Smoothie Recipes Next
Once you try this Mango Smoothie, you’ll be hooked on smoothies as the best snack since it’s full of feel-good ingredients. Don’t wait to try these other flavors:
- Smoothie Bowl
- Strawberry Smoothie
- Green Smoothie
- Blueberry Pear Smoothie
- Pineapple Avocado Smoothie
- Blueberry Mango Smoothie
Mango Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen mango chunks, or 2 fresh mangos if using frozen banana
- 1 ripe banana, fresh or frozen, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup whole milk, or almond milk for dairy-free
- 1 Tbsp honey, or added to taste – or sub with agave or preferred sweetener
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice, optional (you can swap with lemon juice)
Instructions
- Add the ingredients – In a high-powered blender, combine the mango, banana, Greek yogurt, milk, lime juice, and honey. If both fruits are fresh, add a handful of ice for a thicker, colder texture.
- Blend on high until completely smooth – about 60 seconds. Scrape down the sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust – Add more lime juice for brightness, a splash more milk to thin, or if it gets stuck while blending. Add extra honey if your fruit isn't very sweet.
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More Mango Recipes to Try
Mangos are so versatile, and I love to use them for everything from these mango smoothies to dessert recipes and even savory dishes. Here are some of my favorites:
- Mango Salsa
- Chicken Mango Avocado Salad
- Mango Cake
- Bacon Mango Fried Rice
- Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
This smoothie is fantastic! I made some for a construction crew that was working at my house on a hot day and they loved it.
That’s so nice of you! I’m so glad they loved it!
Best smoothie I’ve ever made. I agree, that little bit of lime juice really makes it special. It was so creamy and the flavor was excellent. Our grandkids will love it! Thank you Natasha!
You’re very welcome, Carol!
So good! I use the whole lime and a little more honey because I prefer it, but this is SO good! Thanks!
Hi Andrea! I’m so glad you love it!
Excellent & Easy! This recipe is fantastic. Very refreshing!
This is delicious! My family loved it! It is definitely a keeper!
I’m so glad to hear that, Maureen!
The best blogger. I have prepared already 5-6 cooks from your page on youtube and today made this incredible smoothie. Thanks ☺️
Aww, thank you so much for the compliment. It makes me very happy to know you’re enjoying my recipes.
Can you use Vanilla Greek yogurt if that’s what you have
Yes! You may omit the honey or agave syrup and only add if needed for extra sweetness.
Just made this for my kids and they loved it. Touch of lime juice hit the spot. I always ask them when I make something new if this is a keeper. It’s definitely a keeper.
That’s wonderful, Christina!
Delicious –perfect,–the lime juice hit the spot
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
This will definitely hit the spot on any summer day! Thanks Natasha!
You’re so very welcome, Steven! I hope you have a great summer!
What if you only have a regular blender?
You can use a regular blender too.
DELISH Tropical Smoothie. Try to use very ripe Mangos. Sometimes you can see through the frozen bags and make sure they’re super orange. Coconut Yogurt would be amazing with this too and a dash of coconut milk
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us, ELizabeth!
DELISH!!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!