Juicy mango and creamy coconut milk add delicious flavor to this healthy and delicious smoothie packed with vitamins and nutrients.
Did I make this recipe for St. Patrick’s Day? No. Do I love the fact that it just happens to line up with the time of year that everyone is looking for green recipes? Yes! What I really love is the fact that this rich, creamy and luscious smoothie is bright green thanks to spinach and nature, not creepy bottles of food coloring and chemicals.
Coconut milk is not only incredibly flavorful but it provides heart-healthy fats and a silky texture that will have your kids asking for seconds. In fact, my 18 month old drank 24 oz of this bad boy the other day!
Each serving provides over 16 grams of fiber and 17 grams of protein so you’ll have lasting energy all morning long. Perhaps you’ll even be able to pass on the neon green donuts in the break room.
Your straw is waiting.
Mango Coconut Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup sliced mango fresh or frozen
- 1/2 banana
- 1/3 cup full-fat coconut milk light
- 1 scoop scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds extra for garnish
- 2 cups spinach
- handful ice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth.
- To prepare glass, pour 1/4 cup or so of chia seeds on a plate. Run the rim of a glass under running water then carefully dip the top of the glass onto the plate until the rim is covered in chia seeds.
- Pour the smoothie into the glass and serve.
Notes
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Photography by Alejandro Photography // Recipe by The Lemon Bowl
Susan
May 6, 2016 at 10:59 pmI keep trying green smoothies and being disappointed, so I’m almost afraid to try this one. It’s an even bigger issue to get my husband to be willing to try it. I have saved the recipe, so I’ll probably get there, because it’s mostly flavors I enjoy.
Liz DellaCroce
May 7, 2016 at 1:21 pmA few things I find that help are adding lemon juice and mint!
Joy
June 7, 2013 at 8:04 amI searched for a recipe this morning for a a green smoothie w/ coconut milk. I was so excited to find your since it uses mangos! We live in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba right now and have an abundance of fresh mangos off the trees, so it was perfect. I’m in heaven! I also added an avocado that was ripe and needing using up.
frenchpapilles
April 2, 2013 at 3:28 amYummy ! This smoothie needs to be made in my kitchen ! Thanks for the recipe !
Liz DellaCroce
April 2, 2013 at 8:04 amI hope you enjoy!!
Lisa | With Style and Grace
March 14, 2013 at 10:22 amthis is one of my favorite (& go to) smoothie flavor combinations. haven’t tried it with protein powder or chia seeds though, but might need to throw those in next time!
Liz DellaCroce
March 14, 2013 at 11:18 amWhenever I don’t add those in, I find myself hungry in 2 hours. Or if I’m working out, it really gives me more energy for the workout.
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March 13, 2013 at 2:25 pmI had a smoothie this morning, but not with coconut! Yum!
Looks lovely, Liz!
Liz DellaCroce
March 13, 2013 at 6:31 pmOooo you gotta add coconut next time!! Thanks Sandy!
Tieghan
March 12, 2013 at 11:17 pmThis sounds and looks awesome! I have some mangos that need blending!
Liz DellaCroce
March 13, 2013 at 8:45 amYes they do!!! Especially ripe ones!
ashley - baker by nature
March 12, 2013 at 10:48 pmI love how vibrantly green this is, Liz!
Liz DellaCroce
March 13, 2013 at 8:45 amThank you my dear!! xo
Alaina @ Fabtastic Eats
March 12, 2013 at 7:58 pmI have been so obsessed with mango and coconut lately!! (Im even currently typing up a most that includes the two! haha) I CANNOT wait to try this!!
claire @ the realistic nutritionist
March 12, 2013 at 7:09 pmI just LOVE green smoothies. esp. with peanut butter.
Liz DellaCroce
March 12, 2013 at 7:29 pmMmm…me too!! I’ve been adding almond butter a lot lately too!
The Healthy Apple
March 12, 2013 at 6:54 pmIn LOVE with this Liz. This is SO my kinda smoothie!!
Liz DellaCroce
March 12, 2013 at 7:29 pmAww thanks girly!!!
katie
March 12, 2013 at 5:35 pmyum! I’m all for green smoothies and I love the idea that this one has coconut and mango in it!!!
Liz DellaCroce
March 12, 2013 at 7:29 pmMe too!! Can you tell I’m in Michigan dreaming of warmer places?? :)
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March 12, 2013 at 4:55 pmI love using coconut milk in smoothies! We’ve gotten into the habit of having a smoothie every day after we work out in the evening because they are a great way to refuel without excessive calories!
Liz DellaCroce
March 12, 2013 at 7:28 pmSuch a great post-workout snack!! You’ll have to let me know if you try any fun new flavors together!!
Hannah
March 12, 2013 at 2:47 pmLove the vibrant green and coconut rimmed glass! What a pretty smoothie, and it’s packed with so much goodness. I don’t have protein powder, though, so I may give it a go with some ground flax seeds – what do you think? My boys make smoothies a lot after school, and I know this’ll be a hit!
Liz DellaCroce
March 12, 2013 at 3:03 pmThat sounds perfect!! I also love adding extra chia for protein. I hope you and the boys enjoy!!
Stefanie @ Sarcastic Cooking
March 12, 2013 at 10:20 amThis recipe is so simple and natural. Yay for doing something naturally green, love it!
Liz DellaCroce
March 12, 2013 at 11:46 amWoohoo! Cheers to naturally colors! :)
Jacqueline
March 11, 2013 at 5:58 pmIt sounds and looks wonderful. I do love healthy smoothies. As I am on fast today and obssesing about calories, I did gasp a little, but only because I am only allowed 500 today.
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 6:59 pmYou could easily split in half! I exercise almost daily so I like to have a higher calorie breakfast to fuel my calories. Good luck with your fast!
kelley {mountain mama cooks}
March 11, 2013 at 5:39 pmLooks great. I love the coconut on the rim and I’m so crushing on chia seeds right now!
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 7:01 pmI could drink anything with coconut on the rim!! :)
dixya @ food, pleasure, and health
March 11, 2013 at 3:37 pmI have been noticing so many green smoothie recipes- i love how there is coconut milk in here. I have never had chia seeds in my life and i think i should GET IT NOW!!!!
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 7:02 pmI am such a fan of coconut milk – adds such great texture!!
Sunithi
March 11, 2013 at 2:22 pmLove smoothies and this one sounds like a winner. Mangoes and spinach ! Yumm ! Will be trying this sometime soon. Can I add this ( link) to my Smoothie Central page ?
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 2:54 pmYes of course! Glad you like it!!
Aggie
March 11, 2013 at 12:44 pmI feel healthier just looking at this smoothie. The coconut rimmed glass stole my heart! :)
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 2:09 pmhahaha Isn’t it the best??? Man I love anything with coconut!
Julia
March 11, 2013 at 12:03 pmThis looks wonderful! I put coconut milk in smoothies a lot & love it. I have a bad cold so I might just have to make this! :)
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 2:09 pmOoo this would be perfect for a cold!!
Rachael {Simply Fresh Cooking}
March 11, 2013 at 11:50 amI love every single ingredient in this. I’m also loving that you didn’t use any sweeteners besides the fruit, can’t wait to drink this! ;)
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 12:03 pmNo need! Love using fruit to naturally sweeten!
Sues
March 11, 2013 at 11:35 amWow, I love how much fiber and protein this has! Perfect way to start the day!
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 12:03 pmI totally agree! Plus it keeps you full til lunch!
Amy @ The Nifty Foodie
March 11, 2013 at 10:27 amOh, this sounds SO refreshing! I need to make this ASAP!
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 10:52 amIt totally was! Let me know what you think Amy!
Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch
March 11, 2013 at 9:05 amHow pretty that looks in your pictures and I’m sure it is super tasty!!! I have to try this very soon!!!
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 9:44 amIt really was so tasty and vibrant – I hope you try it!
Cookin Canuck
March 11, 2013 at 8:46 amI really haven’t got into making smoothies, but need to change that. What a great blast of protein and fiber to start the day!
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 9:45 amSmoothies are, hands down, one of my favorite ways to get a ton of nutrients for not a ton of calories. Plus it’s portable so it’s great on the go. :)
Anne @The Cooking Campaign
March 11, 2013 at 8:32 amThis looks so intriguing!
Liz DellaCroce
March 11, 2013 at 9:45 amI hope you can try it Anne! So tasty!