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.
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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.
- 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
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Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth.
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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.
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Pour the smoothie into the glass and serve.
If you are working with frozen fruit you may need to add a bit of liquid to get the smoothie blending - I like to add water or a bit more coconut milk to reach the desired consistency.
Photography by Alejandro Photography // Recipe by The Lemon Bowl
Susan
I 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
A few things I find that help are adding lemon juice and mint!
Joy
I 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
Yummy ! This smoothie needs to be made in my kitchen ! Thanks for the recipe !
Liz DellaCroce
I hope you enjoy!!
Lisa | With Style and Grace
this 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
Whenever 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.
Sandy@RE
I had a smoothie this morning, but not with coconut! Yum!
Looks lovely, Liz!
Liz DellaCroce
Oooo you gotta add coconut next time!! Thanks Sandy!
Tieghan
This sounds and looks awesome! I have some mangos that need blending!
Liz DellaCroce
Yes they do!!! Especially ripe ones!
ashley - baker by nature
I love how vibrantly green this is, Liz!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you my dear!! xo
Alaina @ Fabtastic Eats
I 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
I just LOVE green smoothies. esp. with peanut butter.
Liz DellaCroce
Mmm…me too!! I’ve been adding almond butter a lot lately too!
The Healthy Apple
In LOVE with this Liz. This is SO my kinda smoothie!!
Liz DellaCroce
Aww thanks girly!!!
katie
yum! I’m all for green smoothies and I love the idea that this one has coconut and mango in it!!!
Liz DellaCroce
Me too!! Can you tell I’m in Michigan dreaming of warmer places?? :)
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction
I 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
Such a great post-workout snack!! You’ll have to let me know if you try any fun new flavors together!!
Hannah
Love 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
That sounds perfect!! I also love adding extra chia for protein. I hope you and the boys enjoy!!
Stefanie @ Sarcastic Cooking
This recipe is so simple and natural. Yay for doing something naturally green, love it!
Liz DellaCroce
Woohoo! Cheers to naturally colors! :)
Jacqueline
It 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
You 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}
Looks great. I love the coconut on the rim and I’m so crushing on chia seeds right now!
Liz DellaCroce
I could drink anything with coconut on the rim!! :)
dixya @ food, pleasure, and health
I 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
I am such a fan of coconut milk – adds such great texture!!
Sunithi
Love 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
Yes of course! Glad you like it!!
Aggie
I feel healthier just looking at this smoothie. The coconut rimmed glass stole my heart! :)
Liz DellaCroce
hahaha Isn’t it the best??? Man I love anything with coconut!
Julia
This 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
Ooo this would be perfect for a cold!!
Rachael {Simply Fresh Cooking}
I 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
No need! Love using fruit to naturally sweeten!
Sues
Wow, I love how much fiber and protein this has! Perfect way to start the day!
Liz DellaCroce
I totally agree! Plus it keeps you full til lunch!
Amy @ The Nifty Foodie
Oh, this sounds SO refreshing! I need to make this ASAP!
Liz DellaCroce
It totally was! Let me know what you think Amy!
Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch
How pretty that looks in your pictures and I’m sure it is super tasty!!! I have to try this very soon!!!
Liz DellaCroce
It really was so tasty and vibrant – I hope you try it!
Cookin Canuck
I 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
Smoothies 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
This looks so intriguing!
Liz DellaCroce
I hope you can try it Anne! So tasty!