Packed with nutritious ingredients, our Tropical Mango Green Smoothie is a delicious way to fuel your day. With a base of nutrient dense spinach, frozen mango and banana it is a refreshing blend of vitamins and minerals.
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The frozen banana adds natural sweetness. Make sure your banana skins have plenty of dark spots on them so they are very ripe and sweet. Then peel the bananas and freeze them for future use. Using frozen bananas helps to make the smoothie thick and creamy. The flax and chia seeds provided a boost of omega – 3s and fiber. A hint of vanilla and an optional date for extra sweetness round out this creamy, invigorating drink. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a revitalizing snack.
High in fiber, calcium, iron, Omega 3, protein, organic and gluten free.
Chia seeds are an excellent source of alpha -linolenic acid (ALA), a type of omega 3 fatty acid that supports heart health. They are high in fiber and provide both soluble and insoluble fiber, aiding digestion, promoting satiety and help regulate blood sugar levels. Packed with antioxidants. which help reduce inflammation and they are a good source of protein containing all nine essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair and growth. They are high in calcium, magnesium and phosphorus, which support bone health.
Loading your blender properly for making a smoothie will ensure a smooth and creamy texture. Start with your water, spinach, flax, chia, vanilla powder or extract, frozen fruit, ice. Use the smoothie setting if your blender has one and let it complete the program. Or start using variable 1, slowly increase to the highest speed and blend for 45 seconds or until you have a smooth and creamy texture.
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Substitutions
Spinach – kale, arugula or super green mixes, spinach is the most mild and sweetest choice.
Banana – sweet apple or pineapple
Mango – frozen blueberries, strawberries or a frozen berry blend
Chia – hemp seeds or more flax
Flax – hemp seeds or more chia
Rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, high in ALA, antioxidants, fiber, nutrient dense.
Flax seeds are also rich in Omega – 3 fatty acids, ALA, promoting cardiovascular health and reducing inflammation. Excellent source of fiber with both soluble and insoluble fiber, which aids in digestion, and promotes regular bowel movements. They can help lower cholesterol and are rich in vitamin B1, magnesium and manganese. Incorporating chia and flax seeds into your diet can enhance nutrition and support your heart health and digestion.
I like to double this smoothie recipe to share with Tom or to have an extra made ahead for the next day. I love these jar jackets for our 32 ounce mason jars. The BPA free silicone jackets provide durability and a good grip while we are sipping on our nutrient rich smoothies. Check out my other Smoothie Recipes for more delightful sipping!
These colorful jar jackets fit 32 oz wide mouth or regular size mason jars. Made from BPA free silicone provides durability and helps you have a good grip when you are sipping!
Tropical Mango Green Smoothie
Equipment
- High Powered Blender
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cold water
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 tbsp flax seeds
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1/8 tsp ground vanilla bean
- 1 medjool date, pitted -optional
- 1 banana very ripe, frozen, peeled
- 1 1/2 cups frozen mango
- 1/2 cup ice cubes – more or less depending on how thick you like your smoothie
Instructions
- In a blender container of a high powered blender add the ingredients in the order given. Using the pre set smoothie setting let the blender work its magic. If your blender doesn't have a smoothie setting use the variable speed 1 and slowly turn up the speed to the highest setting and let it run for 45 seconds or until the desired texture is achieved. Pour into a container and enjoy!
- If the smoothie is too thick add a little more cold water. If it is too thin add more frozen fruit or ice.
- I like to double this recipe and either share it or save the extra serving for the next day. I pour it into 2 qt size mason jars. Put a lid on the extra smoothie and store in the fridge.
Notes
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