Coconut Mango Smoothie

If you’re a fan of tropical flavours, refreshing summer drinks, healthy treats or all of the above, you’re bound to love this coconut mango smoothie. It’s as simple as a fruit smoothie can be, with only 3 ingredients that deliver a thick, cool, creamy drink that's perfect for hot summer days.

More About This Coconut and Mango Smoothie

• Flavour – sweet but not too sweet, very fruity with a strong tropical vibe
• Texture – extra thick and creamy, yet cool and refreshing, especially if you use frozen fruits or add ice
• Benefits – high in potassium, fibre, vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium
• Naturally vegan and gluten free
• Perfect as a summertime snack or a healthier sweet treat

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Coconut and Mango Smoothie

Coconut Milk

Either full-fat or low-fat coconut milk will work. Use full-fat if you’re going for a rich, decadent dessert, and opt for low-fat coconut milk when you’re up for something sweet but a bit lower in calories and fat.

Mango and Banana

Using frozen mango chunks gives this smoothie that really thick, creamy consistency that makes it perfect as a summertime treat. You can either buy frozen mango chunks, or freeze it yourself. However, if you can’t get your hands on frozen mango right now, you can use fresh mango and frozen banana instead.

If you use both frozen mango and frozen banana, the smoothie will turn out too thick and you’ll need to add some extra water.

If you use both fresh mango and banana, it’s best to add some ice cubes to chill and thicken the smoothie.

I like to use a fresh banana and frozen mango chunks, with no added ice, but you can totally make this recipe your own.

Ice or Ice Water

You can use ice water to thin the smoothie, especially if you’re using both frozen mango and banana. Or, add ice cubes to make an extra thick and refreshing smoothie.

Coconut and Mango Smoothie Variations

This 3-ingredient smoothie is delicious as is, but because both mango and banana have a relatively mild flavour, it can also serve as a great base for adding other fruits and veggies to the mix. Try mixing things up by adding one of the following:

• Strawberries or blueberries - fresh or frozen for a berry-er smoothie
• Pineapple or pineapple juice - you can use it to thin the smoothie
• Peach - another mild flavour that fits in really well and makes for a more interesting drink
• Spinach - for added nutrients and that healthy-looking green colour 
• Avocado - for an even creamier smoothie

3-Ingredient Coconut Mango Smoothie FAQs

How many servings does this make?

This recipe makes two smaller servings or one extra large one.

How long will this recipe keep?

As most smoothies, this coconut and mango drink is best enjoyed right away. You can keep it in the fridge for a few hours, but the quality will quickly begin to decrease.

How healthy is this smoothie?

While it’s no detox smoothie, this mango smoothie is still a great healthy option to satisfy those mid-day sugar cravings. Plus, it’s an excellent source of potassium, fibre, vitamin A, vitamin C and calcium.

More Mango Recipes

If you’re a fan of mango, make sure to check out this mango banana orange smoothie, this vegan mango lassi or these strawberry mango oat muffins.

Looking for a Different Smoothie?

If you’re looking for a healthy green smoothie, or a wholesome smoothie that can replace breakfast, this might not be the recipe for you. In which case, you might want to check out:

• Green detox smoothie with spinach
• Healthy breakfast smoothie
• High protein strawberry smoothie
• Pineapple detox smoothie

Or, click here for a complete listing of smoothie recipes.