Vanilla Mango Protein Smoothie

This vanilla mango protein smoothie is made with just 5 basic ingredients and has 30 grams of plant protein in each glass. Vegan, gluten free, nut free and soy free.

Why You’ll Love This Smoothie

• Has 30 grams of protein
• Thick and creamy
• High in antioxidants

This vanilla mango protein smoothie is thick and creamy with a delicious warm tropical flavour. It’s the perfect fruity, high-protein breakfast or post-workout smoothie—and it’s super easy to make in just a few minutes!

The base of the smoothie is made with frozen mango and banana, two tropical fruits rich in nutrients, fibre and antioxidants. Mango has a unique antioxidant called mangiferin, which is only found in mango fruits. Mangiferin helps lower oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. This can help lower the risk of chronic diseases that develop over time.

Bananas have lots of fibre that is beneficial for gut health. The fibre in bananas acts as a prebiotic which helps balance good bacteria levels. Strong gut health is associated with improved mood and energy levels!

This smoothie blends together with oat milk, which provides a creaminess when combined with the frozen fruit. Oat milk is made from oats which contain polyphenols. Polyphenols are compounds that can improve blood sugar levels and improve skin, gut and cognitive health.

Ingredients Needed

These are the ingredients you will need to make this vanilla mango protein smoothie.

Vanilla extract: Vanilla bean or vanilla paste can also be used, if preferred.

Protein powder: Sweetened or unsweetened vanilla vegan protein powder.

Frozen mango & banana: Creates the thick, creamy base of the smoothie and adds sweetness.

Oat milk: The liquid that brings all of the other ingredients together to blend smoothly and adds a creamy consistency.

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 even creamier

For an even creamier consistency and a little extra protein add 1-2 tablespoons of vanilla vegan greek yogurt to the blender. Plain vegan greek yogurt will also work fine.

Try an alternative plant milk

This recipe uses oat milk but you can try using any plant based milk you prefer. Some alternatives include soy, almond or cashew! You can also make your own plant milk from scratch.

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.

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 vanilla mango protein 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!while you are prepping and blending, then take it out when it’s time to pour your finished smoothie!

FAQ’s

Can I make it without any banana?

Yes, replace the frozen banana with 1 additional cup of frozen mango chunks. The banana helps to add creaminess but the smoothie will still be nice and thick using only frozen mango. Frozen mango chunks can be found at many grocery stores or you can freeze your own, just be sure to freeze only mangos that are nice and ripe!

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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