Mango Avocado Smoothie

This banana mango avocado smoothie is naturally sweet, thick, creamy, delicious, and loaded with good-for-you nutrients and antioxidants. A healthy (child-approved) breakfast or snack that’s ready in just 5 minutes!

Creamy Mango and Avocado Smoothie

We could probably write an entire ode to smoothies and still have more left to say. There’s a recipe for every occasion – whether you’ve only got 2 minutes to throw together a simple raspberry smoothie, are craving a decadent treat like a chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie, or hope to focus more on the nutrients with this healthy mango avocado smoothie.

With a combination of sweet banana, tropical mango, creamy avocado (no, you won’t taste it, but yes, it makes the smoothie incredibly creamy AND packs in a heap of nutrients and healthy fats!), and a hint of lime, this avocado mango smoothie is packed with bright, refreshing summery flavors we adore.

Even better, it’s inexpensive, contains no added sugar, is ready in minutes, and loaded with fiber, antioxidants, nutrients, and healthy fats to start your day right or provide an afternoon pick-me-up to keep you feeling full and satisfied for longer.

You might also enjoy our citrus mango smoothie or mango bubble tea!

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• Table of contents
• Creamy Mango and Avocado Smoothie
• Mango Banana Avocado Smoothie Benefits
• The Ingredients and Substitutes
• How to Make an Avocado Mango Smoothie?
• FAQs
• Pro Recipe Tips
• Storage Instructions
• More Vegan Smoothie Recipes
• Mango Avocado Smoothie

Mango Banana Avocado Smoothie Benefits

Mangoes are not only a delicious addition to smoothies but a nutritious one, too. They not only contain plenty of antioxidants but also a rich source of potassium (more than bananas!), folate, and vitamins C, K, A, and E. They are also great for reducing inflammation while benefiting skin, eye, digestive, bone, and immune system health.

Meanwhile, bananas add plenty of natural sweetness and flavor along with fiber, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and even antioxidants. This combination is beneficial for blood pressure, brain, heart, nervous system, and immune health.

Last but not least, the benefits of avocadoes in smoothies are plentiful. They are known for their high antioxidant and heart-healthy fat content. They also contain a plethora of nutrients– like vitamin C, E, K, B, magnesium, potassium, folate, etc. They’re even beneficial to gut health while making super creamy smoothies.

The Ingredients and Substitutes

• Mango: We make things easy using frozen mango. However, feel free to use fresh (and freeze it yourself) during mango season or canned mango pulp.
• Avocado: Use a soft, ripe avocado to add healthy fats.
• Banana: Use frozen, slightly overripe bananas for a thick smoothie with naturally sweet flavor. Check out this guide on freezing bananas if needed.
• Lime juice: Fresh is best and brightens the flavor of this creamy avocado banana mango smoothie. Lemon, pineapple, or orange juice would work, too.
• Plant-based milk: Use any unsweetened milk. I.e., almond milk, cashew, soy, coconut milk (a favorite of ours), etc. For a lighter option, use coconut water.

If you don’t have frozen ingredients, you can add ice to help make a colder, thicker smoothie.

What Could I Add To A Mango Avocado Smoothie?

• Pineapple: Replace some or all of the mango with pineapple (fresh or frozen) for even more tropical flavor and nutrients.
• Spinach/kale: Make a nutrient-dense, antioxidant-rich green smoothie with mango by adding 1-2 handfuls of spinach or kale (remove tough stems).
• Vanilla extract: Just a little for ice-cream-like flavor.
• Spices: Add more flavor with a pinch of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, or turmeric.
• Protein powder: Add a scoop of unflavored or vanilla protein powder.
• Seeds: A tablespoon of chia/hemp seeds add protein and healthy omegas.
• Nut butter: Like peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter for protein, richness, and more heart-healthy fats in the banana avocado mango smoothie.
• Oats: Add ¼ cup of rolled oats for fiber that helps keep you full for longer.
• Rosewater: Just a little complements the avocado and mango smoothie flavors.

How to Make an Avocado Mango Smoothie?

• Add the ingredients to a blender, liquids and avocado first, then the frozen ingredients.

• Blend until smooth and creamy, pausing after a minute to scrape the sides of the jug.

• Taste and adjust any ingredients, then pour the mango avocado banana smoothie into a tall glass and enjoy!

FAQs

Pro Recipe Tips

• To adjust the thickness: Adjust how much liquid you add.
• To adjust the consistency: Using fresh vs. frozen fruit is one of the easiest ways to adapt the smoothie consistency, from creamy (using mostly fresh ingredients) to soft-serve-like (using mostly/all frozen).
• For the easiest blending: Place any liquids and soft ingredients closest to the blades and any harder or frozen ingredients after that.

Storage Instructions

When using frozen ingredients, consume the smoothie immediately before it melts. When using fresh fruit, store any leftovers in the fridge for up to a day, but note the nutrients deteriorate over time.

You can also freeze any leftover smoothie, either in a Ziplock/Stasher bag or in a popsicle mold – for up to 3 months.

More Vegan Smoothie Recipes

• Citrus Mango Smoothie 
• Cherry Banana Smoothie 
• Kale pineapple smoothie
• Strawberry kale smoothie
• Orange creamsicle smoothie
• Banana beet smoothie

Photos by Alfonso Revilla