Kiwi Mango Clear Skin Smoothie

This kiwi mango clear skin smoothie is exploding with juicy tropical goodness, anti-inflammatory compounds and vitamin C to quickly clear skin from the inside out—easy to make in just 5 minutes with a handful of ingredients. Vegan, gluten free, nut free and soy free.

Why You’ll Love This Smoothie

• Tropical fruity flavour
• High in vitamin C
• Anti-inflammatory

For a boost of naturally skin clearing ingredients try this kiwi mango clear skin smoothie for your next breakfast or healthy snack. Healing the skin from the inside out with anti-inflammatory compounds and gut balancing enzymes this smoothie is a tropical, juicy and delicious drink to enjoy every day.

Mango is an amazing fruit to include in smoothies because it contains a unique antioxidant called mangiferin. Mangiferin helps to lower the oxidative stress load in the body, reduce radical cell damage and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

Kiwi and mango are also very anti-inflammatory and encourage a healthy balance of good gut bacteria due to their enzymes and high fibre content. Inflammation and imbalances in the gut flora are two factors which can heavily impact skin health and clarity. Consume these fruits regularly for maximum benefits to the skin.

Spinach, ginger and chia seeds are all potent anti-inflammatory foods also found in this clear skin smoothie. Ginger contains compounds that counteract the inflammation process in the body and can even reduce feelings of nausea and stomach pain.

Ingredients Needed

These are the ingredients you will need to make this kiwi mango clear skin smoothie.

Chia seeds: Can be added dry or soaked.

Ginger: Rinse the ginger root clean and remove the skin (can be left on if using a high speed blender).

Spinach: Wash any dirt from the leaves before adding to the blender.

Kiwi: Wash ripe kiwis and cut in half. Scoop the flesh out of the skins and into the blender using a spoon. Alternatively, peel the kiwi skins and roughly chop the fruit into chunks.

Frozen mango: Creates the thick, cold base of the smoothie. See variation notes below for an alternative to mango.

Coconut water: The liquid that brings all of the other ingredients together to blend smoothly.

For ingredient amounts and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Benefits

Hydrating

Staying properly hydrated is a basic requirement for optimal health. By incorporating daily smoothies you can maintain your ideal hydration level more easily. Start each morning with a smoothie for easy hydration!

High fibre

Easily get more fibre in your every day diet! In addition to being generally healthy, getting enough fibre can be extremely helpful for weight loss as it helps keep you feeling full for longer, without adding calories. Fibre also helps improve our gut health.

Nutrient dense

Vegan smoothies are a great way to get more nutrient rich foods in each day. By blending them into a single meal, it’s super quick, easy and fun! Choose ingredients like dark leafy greens, berries, nuts, seeds and fruits to make your smoothies nutrient rich.

Variations

Make it sweeter

For a sweeter version of this smoothie add 2-3 medjool dates for a natural source of sweetness. Frozen banana, sweetened vegan yogurt or agave syrup can also be used to sweeten this clear skin smoothie.

Adjust the consistency

If you prefer a thicker consistency you can try the recipe using a bit less liquid than what is suggested. If you want a thinner consistency, try adding a bit of extra liquid to the recipe.

Substitute mango with pineapple

If you don’t like mango but still want the anti-inflammatory benefits and tropical flavour, try replacing it with frozen pineapple. Pineapple is also great for gut healing, skin clearing and antioxidant properties.

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to blender.

• Start blending at low speed for 5-10 seconds. Increase to high speed and blend for 1-2 minutes. Use the blender tamper to push ingredients down towards the blades.

• Pour into a glass and serve your kiwi mango clear skin smoothie.

Prep & Blending

Add ingredients in the correct order

Always add liquid ingredients to your blender first. Then add powders, nut butters, nuts and seeds. Then add fresh greens and fresh fruit. Finally add your solid ingredients like frozen fruit. If using a small blender container with a twist on lid, reverse the order so that when you turn the container over to blend the frozen ingredients are farthest away from the blades.

Use a tamper

Push ingredients down towards the blades while blending using the tamper that comes with your blender. This helps to avoid thick smoothies from getting stuck, so you don’t have to stop blending and scrape down the sides of the container.

Don’t over blend

Try to blend your smoothie for less than a couple of minutes. If blended for too long, even thick smoothies will become thin. This is because the heat generated by the blades and motor of the blender heat up your ingredients while they are being blended.

Use a high power blender

For smoothies that have a perfectly smooth and creamy texture use a high powered blender such as a Vitamix. It can break down any ingredients to much finer particles than standard blenders, and more nutrients are released. A high speed blender also reduces the time you need to blend your recipe, which helps keep it nice and cold.

Chill your glass

By placing your smoothie glass in the freezer for a few moments you can help your smoothie stay cool for longer. This is especially helpful if you’re in a hot climate. Pop it into the freezer while you are prepping and blending, then take it out when it’s time to pour your finished smoothie!

FAQ’s

Are vegan smoothies healthy?

Yes! Generally smoothies are very healthy to consume, depending on what ingredients are used. Plant based smoothies are rich in fibre and nutrients.

Can I lose weight with smoothies?

Smoothies are an excellent weight loss food! This is because they are generally lower calorie and higher in fibre and nutrients. Due to high water content, the large volume of a smoothie helps your stomach to feel satiated. And the fibre keeps you feeling full for longer, without feeling weighed down or tired like a huge meal would.

Can smoothies be refrigerated?

Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately after blending, while they are freshest. However you can refrigerate most smoothies for 1-2 days in an airtight container such as a jar.

Can I make smoothies without a high speed blender?

Yes, you can still make smoothies with a regular blender. It might take more patience depending on the recipe, but it can work. Turn off the blender to scrape down the sides of the container, and secure the lid before continuing to blend. Repeat as needed. Alternatively you can add a small amount of additional liquid to the recipe, which should help.

How can I increase the protein?

If you wish for your smoothie to have a higher protein content, you can simply add (more) protein powder to the recipe. Plain unsweetened plant based protein will work in any smoothie. Alternatively you can try adding hemp seeds or even silken tofu.

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