Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe
This Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe is pure tropical sunshine in a glass. The brightest, most vibrant orange pink color. A thick, almost ice cream like consistency. The natural sweetness of perfectly ripe fruit with zero added sugar. Furthermore, the combination of strawberry and mango is one of the most beloved and most searched smoothie combinations on Pinterest every single year.
Moreover, this Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe takes just 5 minutes and is the perfect breakfast, snack or post workout drink. For more wonderful breakfast and drink pairings, also explore our Granola Bowl Recipe, our fluffy Pancakes Recipe and our full Breakfast collection.
Why Frozen Fruit Makes the Best Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe
Using frozen strawberries and frozen mango is the single most impactful choice you can make in this Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe. Furthermore, frozen fruit produces a significantly thicker, colder and more intensely flavored smoothie than fresh fruit with ice added. Consequently, the finished smoothie has the thick, spoonable consistency that makes it so satisfying and so visually stunning in photographs.
Frozen vs Fresh
Fresh fruit blended with ice produces a watery, diluted smoothie as the ice melts. Moreover, frozen fruit is often picked and frozen at peak ripeness which means it has more concentrated flavor than out of season fresh fruit. Consequently, a smoothie made with quality frozen fruit is consistently superior to one made with mediocre fresh fruit regardless of the season.
The Ingredients in This Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe
Every ingredient in this Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe plays a specific role. Furthermore, understanding each one helps you make the best possible smoothie every time.
The Fruit
- Frozen strawberries — The primary flavor and the source of the beautiful deep pink color. Moreover, they are high in Vitamin C and add a bright, sharp sweetness.
- Frozen mango — Adds tropical sweetness and the gorgeous golden orange color. Furthermore, mango blends into an exceptionally smooth and creamy texture.
- Ripe banana — The natural thickener. Additionally, banana adds a creamy body and natural sweetness without any added sugar. Use a very ripe banana with brown spots for the sweetest result.
The Liquid
- Coconut milk — Adds a tropical richness and creaminess. Moreover, the natural fat in coconut milk helps the smoothie blend more smoothly and adds a subtle tropical flavor that complements both the strawberry and mango beautifully.
- Orange juice — Adds brightness and extra Vitamin C. Furthermore, the natural acidity of orange juice amplifies the fruit flavors significantly. Consequently, a small amount of fresh orange juice makes the entire smoothie taste more vibrant and alive.
How to Get the Perfect Thickness in This Smoothie
Thickness is the signature characteristic of a great Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe. Furthermore, the ratio of frozen fruit to liquid determines the final consistency.
Adjusting the Consistency
For a very thick, almost smoothie bowl consistency, use less liquid and more frozen fruit. Moreover, for a thinner, more drinkable consistency add more coconut milk or orange juice gradually until the desired texture is reached. Additionally, always start with less liquid and add more as needed. Consequently, it is always easier to thin a smoothie than to thicken one.
How to Make This Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe
The method is beautifully simple. Add all ingredients to a high speed blender, starting with the liquid at the bottom. Blend until completely smooth. Taste, adjust and serve immediately. The full method is in the recipe card below.
What to Serve with This Strawberry Mango Smoothie
This Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe is a complete breakfast drink on its own. However, these pairings create a full and energizing morning spread:
Perfect Pairings
- Our beautiful Granola Bowl Recipe alongside for the ultimate healthy breakfast combination
- Our fluffy Pancakes Recipe for a more indulgent weekend brunch spread
- Our golden Waffles Recipe alongside for a spectacular sweet breakfast feast
- Our moist Banana Bread Recipe for a satisfying mid morning snack pairing
Easy Variations for This Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe
Green Smoothie Boost — Add a large handful of fresh spinach or kale. Moreover, the spinach becomes completely invisible in color and flavor but adds a significant nutritional boost without affecting the vibrant color of the finished smoothie.
Tropical Boost — Add pineapple chunks and passionfruit pulp alongside the mango. Additionally, a squeeze of fresh lime juice brightens all the tropical flavors and adds an exciting sharpness.
Smoothie Bowl Version — Use half the amount of liquid for a very thick, spoonable consistency. Furthermore, pour into a wide bowl and top with granola, fresh fruit, chia seeds and a drizzle of honey for one of the most visually stunning and nutritious breakfast bowls imaginable.
Creamy Yogurt Version — Replace the coconut milk with full fat Greek yogurt. Consequently, this produces an even thicker, more protein rich and tangier smoothie that is particularly satisfying as a breakfast meal replacement.
Make This Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe Today
In conclusion, this Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe is the most vibrant, nourishing and deeply delicious smoothie you can make in just 5 minutes. Therefore, whether it is a quick breakfast, a healthy snack or a refreshing summer drink, this recipe always delivers. Browse more of our wonderful Breakfast recipes and share your favorite smoothie addition in the comments below!
Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe
Thick, vibrant and irresistibly tropical. Frozen strawberries, sweet mango, creamy banana and coconut milk blended to perfection in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- The Smoothie
- 200 gFrozen strawberriesFrozen gives a thicker, colder result than fresh strawberries with ice
- 200 gFrozen mango chunks
- 1 largeRipe banana, peeled and broken into chunksA very ripe banana with brown spots adds the most natural sweetness
- 150 mlCoconut milk (full fat from a can for richest result)Shake the can well before opening as the cream separates to the top
- 100 mlFresh orange juice
- 1 tspHoney or maple syrup (optional - only if extra sweetness needed)
- To Garnish (optional)
- As desiredFresh strawberry slices on the rim of the glass
- As desiredFresh mint leaves
- As desiredDesiccated coconut scattered on top
Equipment
Method for This Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe
- 1 Layer the blender correctly: Always add the liquid to the blender first. Pour in the coconut milk and orange juice. Furthermore, adding liquid first protects the blender blades and allows the machine to build a vortex immediately. Consequently, the frozen fruit blends far more smoothly and quickly than if it is placed in the blender before the liquid.
- 2 Add the fruit: Add the banana chunks first, then the frozen mango and finally the frozen strawberries on top. Moreover, placing the frozen fruit on top and the banana closest to the blades helps the blender work more efficiently. Consequently, the smoothie reaches a completely smooth consistency more quickly and with less strain on the blender motor.
- 3 Blend until smooth: Secure the lid firmly. Blend on high speed for 60 to 90 seconds until completely smooth with no fruit pieces remaining. Furthermore, use the tamper tool if your blender has one to push the frozen fruit towards the blades during blending. If the blender struggles, add a small splash of extra orange juice to loosen the mixture.
- 4 Taste and adjust: Taste the smoothie. If the fruit was very ripe and sweet no additional sweetener is needed. Moreover, if a touch more sweetness is desired, add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup and blend for a further 10 seconds. Additionally, add more orange juice if a thinner consistency is preferred and blend briefly again.
- 5 Serve immediately: Pour into two tall chilled glasses. Garnish with a fresh strawberry slice on the rim, a sprig of fresh mint and a scatter of desiccated coconut on top if desired. Furthermore, serve immediately while the smoothie is at its coldest and thickest. Moreover, smoothies separate and lose their vibrant color if left to sit for more than 5 minutes before drinking.
Nutrition (Per Serving - 1 glass without added honey)
* Nutritional values are estimates per glass. Using light coconut milk reduces calories to approximately 180 kcal and fat to approximately 3g per serving. Adding a scoop of protein powder adds approximately 25g of protein per serving.
Notes
- Use frozen fruit not fresh for the best result. Frozen fruit produces a dramatically thicker, colder and more intensely flavored smoothie than fresh fruit blended with ice. Furthermore, frozen fruit is available year round and is often higher quality than out of season fresh fruit.
- Always add liquid to the blender first. Furthermore, this simple habit protects the blender blades from strain, allows the machine to build momentum immediately and produces a smoother result every time. Consequently, a smoothie blended with liquid first is always smoother than one blended with frozen fruit first.
- Serve immediately for best results. Smoothies begin to separate and oxidize within minutes of blending. Furthermore, the vibrant orange pink color starts to dull and the thick texture becomes watery as the frozen fruit melts. Consequently, blend just before serving and drink immediately.
- This recipe makes 2 generous glasses. To make 4 glasses, simply double all quantities. Furthermore, high speed blenders handle a double batch easily. Consequently, this is ideal for a family breakfast or a larger gathering.
- For a smoothie bowl version, reduce the total liquid to 100ml. Furthermore, the smoothie becomes thick enough to eat with a spoon and can be poured into a wide bowl and topped with granola, fresh fruit, chia seeds and honey for a visually stunning and nutritious breakfast bowl.
Tips for the Perfect Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe Every Time
- Use full fat canned coconut milk not carton coconut drink. Full fat canned coconut milk is significantly richer and creamier than the diluted coconut drinks sold in cartons. Furthermore, the higher fat content produces a much smoother and more luxurious finished smoothie. Consequently, always check the label and choose a can with a high coconut extract percentage.
- Freeze ripe bananas in advance. When bananas are very ripe with black spotted skins, peel and freeze them in chunks. Furthermore, frozen banana produces an even creamier and thicker smoothie than fresh banana. Additionally, using frozen banana means you never waste overripe bananas. Consequently, a bag of frozen banana chunks in the freezer is one of the most useful smoothie preparation habits.
- Chill the glasses before pouring. A chilled glass keeps the smoothie cold and thick for significantly longer. Furthermore, a warm glass immediately begins to melt the frozen fruit components and makes the smoothie thinner and less impressive looking. Consequently, placing the glasses in the freezer for 5 minutes before serving makes a noticeable difference.
- Blend in stages if the blender struggles. Start on low speed for 10 seconds then gradually increase to high. Moreover, starting at high speed immediately with fully frozen fruit can strain the motor. Consequently, a gradual speed increase allows the blades to build momentum and produces a smoother result more efficiently.
- Garnish generously for social media worthy results. A fresh strawberry fanned on the rim, a mint sprig, a scatter of toasted coconut and a paper straw creates a visual that photographs spectacularly. Furthermore, the visual appeal of a beautifully presented smoothie is a significant part of what makes smoothie content so highly saved and shared on Pinterest.