Mango Chia Smoothie with Greek Yogurt Recipe
If you love fruity drinks you’ll love this Mango Chia Smoothie!
We love our smoothies but because we have one almost daily we also like to try different variations to keep our taste buds guessing as to what comes next. We really like to add chia seeds when we can because they are just packed full of so much goodness but if for some reason you’re not a fan you can skip them and try flax seed. We have to say though that we think this Mango Chia Smoothie is really a winner amongst smoothies 🙂
Doesn’t that look yummy? It’s as yummy as it looks I promise but I’m biased because I love mango!
One of the many reasons we love smoothies so much is that they are so quick to make, they’re versatile and you can pack them with so many healthy ingredients that it’s really a power pack of goodness. So let’s get on to this delicious Mango Chia Smoothie shall we?
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen mango chunks
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 frozen banana (about 6 thin slices)
- 3/4 - 1 cup almond milk
- Sweetener to taste (if needed)
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to a blender in the following order.
- Start with 3/4 cup almond milk, then the frozen banana, followed by mango, yogurt, and chia seeds.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides and adding more almond milk as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness to your liking, and blend again for a few seconds to incorporate the sweetener.
Notes
We like our smoothies very thick but if you like yours a little thinner, just add more almond milk.
This will keep in the refrigerator for up to three days, but keep in mind that the chia seeds will continue to thicken it. To thin it out, you can just add a little more almond milk, and give it a good shake before you drink it.
The mango is the star of the show in this smoothie, so we only used a half of a banana to help thicken it. Bananas are delicious, but the flavor can be overpowering if you use too much.
The yogurt makes it nice and creamy and adds some healthy protein
Chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse, and if you couldn't see them, you wouldn't even know they were there!
See I told you it was easy but look at all the healthy ingredients in there. I also sometimes like to add coconut to it for a more tropical taste if you will but it’s so tasty all on it’s own. Now if you’re not a mango fan it might not be the smoothie for you or maybe it will turn you to the mango side. You can also try it with pineapple which is yummy and has some great healthy benefits too.
If you’re new to chia seeds try to stick with it they’re just so good for you. You can try to put in a smaller quantity to start if you want or grind them first. I like them in their whole it works for me and I like the texture but I know it’s not for everyone. Don’t be afraid to experiment that’s how you find out what you like and don’t like sometimes.
If you try the smoothie let us know we always love to read your comments.
AnnB says
going to the store and buying mango just to try this!
Erica Seaman says
I’ve been reading a lot of good things about Chia seeds, I would love to start making things with them.
Anna McBride says
I need to try this! It looks yummy. Thanks for the recipe:)
Kim Pincombe Cole says
This looks really good. I bet you could substitute coconut milk for the almond milk if you prefer.
Sophia,M.,McConnery says
Yes that would be good with ground flax as well.I like the nutty taste of flax!
Brenda Disimone says
I love mango i need to try this !
April monty says
I love mango,these look like they’d fill you up quick
Margot C says
I make this same smoothie, except I add blueberries. I make this almost every single day!
Rhonda Martin says
This does look delicious and I’d give it a whirl for sure. I think I’d put Flax Seed instead of the Chia only because I don’t have any Chia in the house but if I did I’d try it that way too. I need to get back in the habit of making great smoothies. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us.
Dotty J Boucher says
This looks so delicious! I am going to check to see if I have any frozen mango left to try this recipe out. YUM!!
Barrie says
I’m shopping Friday and can’t wait to purchase these ingredients to make this smoothie! Sounds tasty and healthy!
Mary Fagans says
This looks like an interesting combo!! I would have never thought of these ingredients, to mix them together. I like smoothies & we have them a lot, so we always look for new recipes & why not try this one!! Thank you!!
Michelle Elizondo says
So refreshing!
nancy burgess says
Sounds so yummy.I will try the recipe.
Cheryl Everitt says
Awesome receipe! Thank you!
amy guillaume linderman says
chia in smoothies is a great idea
Pat Schwab says
I pinned this on my drinks board. I actually eat chia seeds on an open faced peanut butter sandwich.
Christine says
I’m going to have to Pin this & try it sometime. It certainly looks Yummy!
Kathleen Kelly says
Chia seeds are so healthy! I like to make pudding with them. Thanks for sharing!
Kara Kudro says
That looks amazing, I use chia seeds and flax oil all the time in my smoothies and will have to try out this recipe
Michelle Elizondo says
So yum.
Ying says
LOVE mango : ) Thanks for the recipe
Judy Metcalf says
This smoothie sounds really good. And very healthy too.
KATE SARSFIELD says
I’ve only recently started using chia seeds and now they’re in everything!
katie says
This looks good for breakfast or a snack. I think smoothie is a great way to start the day because I can get protein easily from that.
marthalynn says
I’m definitely saving this recipe! I love using up over-ripe bananas. And I have plenty of mango in my freezer. Can’t wait to try this out!
Michelle Combs says
Thanks for the recipe
Sophia,M.,McConnery says
I am going to tell you about rotting bananas.They are excellent for this type of smoothie due to them being almost liquid.Helps aid digestion.Moves bad things through the body faster as well!
lisa says
I still haven’t tried the chia seeds. Sometimes I think there’s no hope for me to eat healthier.
Regina Elliott says
I printed this on out cause I love yogurt and love to make my own but ive never had chia and mango together but it looks creamy
Jerry Marquardt says
This really looks very good. I will be trying this as it gets warmer outside, and thanks for sharing it.
Richard Hicks says
This is a smoothie that is really healthy and I want to try it!
laurie damrose says
I bet this is awesome1
Edna Williams says
This would be a great way to use Chia seeds! Thanks for sharing!
susan byrne says
This looks so good. I have to make it. I think I might use plain yogurt instead since I like that better.
Sophia,M.,McConnery says
Love mango’s,chia seeds,flax seeds,and such.Would not need any sweetener in that due to the sugar content of the banana!
clojo9372 says
I love mango it’s one of my favorite fruits! And I am seeing chia seeds everywhere in recipes these days! I look forward to giving this a try! 🙂
Linda Manns says
This sounds so good. I love using chia seeds. Thank you so much for this recipe