• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
That Girl Cooks Healthy
  • Home
  • About Me
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
    • FAQ/Disclaimer
    • Work With Me
  • Recipe Index
  • Health guidance
    • My Caribbean
  • My E-book
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • About Me
    • FAQ/Disclaimer
    • Privacy Policy
    • Work With Me
  • Recipes
  • Health guidance
  • My E-book
  • ×

    BLANK » Recipe Index » Smoothies and Drinks

    Mango Spinach Smoothie

    Last Updated January 25, 2023. Published February 19, 2021 By Charla Leave a Comment

    • Share
    • Tweet
    • Yummly
    • Flipboard
    • Mix
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    short smoothie pin

    This smoothie is a must try. It is made from frozen mango, spinach, almond milk and a scoop of protein powder and peanut butter. It is vegan, dairy free, banana free option and takes less than 10 minutes to whip up.

    Green smoothie in a mason jar with garnish

    Who said you cannot make an amazing smoothie without depending on the use of a banana?

    Believe me this mango spinach smoothie tastes so amazing without bananas.

    While I actually enjoy adding a banana to my smoothie I can think of a plethora of people who hate the concept of doing so.

    Therefore, this smoothie drink is has the option to omit the banana and still taste just as good.

    Smoothies are the rage right now and they are here to stay.

    Not only are smoothies good for you BUT...... they are extremely versatile because you can add various fruits, nuts and seeds to them.

    The star of the show for this smoothie is the frozen mango, a high ratio of sweet mango compared to the other ingredients is what makes the difference in taste and texture.

    overhead shot of the smoothie

    Why use frozen fruit for smoothies?

    If you have ever made a smoothie using fresh fruit vs frozen fruit you will notice that there is a huge difference.

    Using frozen fruit yields a thicker texture, almost like ice cream which most people seem to prefer.

    Whenever I make my smoothies, I will use at least one ingredient that is frozen be it blueberries, strawberries or even bananas.

    Reasons to make this smoothie

    • Fuss free
    • You can add additional frozen fruit if you wish.
    • Perfect for breakfast or a post workout smoothie.
    • Naturally sweeten (no fillers or artificially sweeteners)
    • Great for weight loss
    steps1-2 making the smoothie

    The steps

    • Add all of the ingredients to a blender
    • Whip into a smooth consistency and pour into 2 tall glasses.

    Frequently asked questions

    Do you have to use frozen fruit?

    No, you don't have to use frozen fruit if you don't care for the thick texture that it provides.
    Feel free to go ahead and use fresh fruit instead.

    Can you make this smoothie ahead of time?

    I personally haven't tried it, but I am assuming the taste and texture will be altered.
    It doesn't take very long to make, it's about 10 minutes maximum.

    Can I use another plant based milk instead?

    Yes, feel free to use cashew milk, you can use coconut milk but this may cause the smoothie to have a coconut taste.

    Notes and tips

    • This recipe makes 2 servings, but you can half the recipe for a single serving.
    • I recommend using a high powered blender i.e Vitamix, Blendtec. If not, you may need to add the ingredients in stages to avoid burning out the motor.
    • Feel free to use fresh fruit, if you don't care for the thick, frozen texture.
    • Add any additional fruit if you like i.e pineapple, berries, orange etc...
    • Rather than freezing down fresh fruit, buy fruit that is already frozen, it is significantly cheaper.
    • If you don't have spinach, kale works just fine.
    • I used a scoop of protein powder and peanut butter powder to boost the levels of healthy fat and protein but you can use 2 scoops of any nut butter instead.
    smoothie in jar with garnish

    More smoothies to try

    • Apple Pie Smoothie
    • Apple Spinach Smoothie
    • Sea Moss Smoothie
    • Mango Coconut Water Smoothie
    • Banana Smoothie
    • Spinach Pineapple Smoothie

    **Don't forget to comment below and star rate if you have tried my recipes. Let's be friends and engage on Facebook and Instagram I also like to pin on Pinterest, where you can find more amazing recipes.**

    smoothie with garnish

    Mango Spinach Smoothie

    This smoothie is a must try. It is made from frozen mango, spinach, almond milk and a scoop of protein powder and peanut butter. It is vegan, dairy free, banana free option and takes less than 10 minutes to whip up.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Smoothie and drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 174kcal
    Author: Charla

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups frozen mango pieces
    • ¾ cup almond milk
    • ½ frozen banana optional
    • a handful of spinach (I used frozen) approximately 1 cups worth
    • 1 scoop protein powder I used pea protein
    • 1 scoop peanut butter powder or 2 tablespoon of peanut butter paste

    Instructions

    • Add all of the ingredients to a blender.
    • Whip into a smooth consistency and pour into 2 tall glasses.

    Notes

    • This recipe makes 2 servings, but you can half the recipe for a single serving.
    • I recommend using a high powered blender i.e Vitamix, Blendtec. If not, you may need to add the ingredients in stages to avoid burning out the motor.
    • Feel free to use fresh fruit, if you don't care for the thick, frozen texture.
    • Add any additional fruit if you like i.e pineapple, berries, orange etc...
    • Rather than freezing down fresh fruit, buy fruit that is already frozen, it is significantly cheaper.
    • If you don't have spinach, kale works just fine.
    • I used a scoop of protein powder and peanut butter powder to boost the levels of healthy fat and protein but you can use 2 scoops of any nut butter instead.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 322mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 1827IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this Recipe? Tag me Today!Mention @ThatGirlCooksHealthy or tag #ThatGirlCooksHealthy!
    « Vegan Fish and Chips Recipe (Gluten Free)
    Jamaican Beef Soup (Low Carb) »
    • Share
    • Tweet
    • Yummly
    • Flipboard
    • Mix

    About Charla

    I'm Charla. Caribbean foodie & Certified Health Coach. Welcome to the heaven of gluten and dairy free recipes as well as modernised healthier alternatives to some of your favourite Caribbean recipes.

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube

    Greetings

    I'm Charla. Caribbean foodie & Certified Health Coach. Welcome to the heaven of gluten and dairy free recipes as well as modernised healthier alternatives to some of your favourite Caribbean recipes. Learn more about me

    JOIN MY MAILING LIST AND BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN I POST EXCLUSIVE HEALTHY RECIPES.

    Featured recipes

    Jamaican toto

    Jamaican Toto (Caribbean coconut Cake)

    curry with a spatula

    Caribbean Style Curry Cod (Curried Cod)

    Pone on a tray

    Pumpkin Pone (Guyana)

    Roast breadfruit (tutorial)

    overhead shot of the punch

    Jamaican Beetroot Punch (Vegan Style)

    Jamaican Easter Bun

    More

    Featured in

    Top Choice Recipes

    No Bake Mango Cheesecake Recipe

    mash in a black bowl with spoon

    Green Banana Mash (Green Fig)(Vegan, Paleo + Gluten Free)

    close up of the mousse

    Vegan Avocado Chocolate Mousse

    gooey cheese bread

    Dairy Free Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo)

    Coconut Yogurt Bowl

    Stove Top Candied Yams (Vegan)

    fish and vegetables on a plate

    Okra and Saltfish

    curry in a skillet

    Caribbean Pumpkin Curry (Curry Pumpkin)

    Footer

    Featured In

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy

    Contact

    • Contact
    • FAQ

    Copyright © 2020