Healthy Mango Orange Smoothie with Yogurt Recipe
A luscious and creamy mango orange smoothie made with Greek yogurt, avocado, ginger, and vanilla. This healthy smoothie uses whole mandarin oranges instead of juice and requires no added sweeteners. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, it’s quick and simple to prepare, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Liquid Base
- 2 cups almond milk, unsweetened (or other milk of choice)
Fruit
- 2 cups mango (frozen, if possible)
- 2 medium mandarin oranges (frozen, if possible)
Dairy & Extras
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 medium avocado (ripe)
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Pour the almond milk into a high-speed blender first, followed by the mango, mandarin oranges, Greek yogurt, avocado, ground ginger, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Adjust Liquid if Needed: If using fresh rather than frozen fruit, start with 1 to 1.5 cups of almond milk to avoid a watery smoothie, then add more liquid gradually to achieve the desired consistency.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring that all chunks of fruit and avocado are fully incorporated.
- Customize Taste and Texture: Taste the smoothie and adjust flavors or liquids as needed to reach your preferred balance and thickness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Leftovers: Store any leftover smoothie in an airtight jar in the fridge and consume within the next day. Stir before drinking to recombine.
- Frozen Fruit: Using frozen mango and mandarin oranges helps create a thick and creamy smoothie without needing to add ice, maintaining vibrant flavors and a cold temperature.
- Freezing Mandarins: To freeze mandarins at home, peel, halve, and place them in a freezer-safe bag for convenient use later.
- Recipe Modifications: Vanilla Greek yogurt can be used for additional sweetness. For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative. Any type of milk or milk substitute can be used – opt for unsweetened varieties to avoid added sugars.
