Strawberry Mango Smoothie – A Healthier New Year recipes
This quick and healthy strawberry mango smoothie is a vibrant blend of frozen kale, strawberries, and mango, lightly sweetened with honey and blended with water. It's an ideal, nutritious breakfast or snack, offering a refreshing and flavorful start to your day or a perfect post-workout boost.
Equipment
- 1 Blender A high-speed blender is ideal for achieving a smooth consistency with frozen ingredients.
- 1 Measuring Cups For accurate liquid and solid ingredient measurement.
- 1 Measuring Spoons To measure the honey precisely.
- 4 Serving Glasses For presentation and individual servings.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup frozen kale
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen mango
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 1/4 cups water
Instructions
- Gather all necessary ingredients and equipment for the smoothie preparation.
- Add the 1 cup of frozen kale, 1/2 cup of frozen strawberries, and 1/2 cup of frozen mango into the blender carafe.
- Pour 1 1/4 cups of cold water into the blender.
- Add 1 teaspoon of honey to the ingredients in the blender.
- Secure the lid on the blender firmly.
- Start blending on a low setting, then gradually increase to high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and no large chunks remain.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more water (up to the remaining 1/4 cup) and blend briefly to reach your preferred consistency.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired, adding a tiny bit more honey if necessary and blending again.
- Pour the freshly blended strawberry mango smoothie into individual serving glasses.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and temperature.
Notes
For optimal texture, begin with 1 cup of water and gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup until your desired consistency is achieved; different blenders and fruit sizes may require slight adjustments. To prevent a watery or warm smoothie, ensure all fruit is adequately frozen and avoid over-blending. For an extra layer of flavor complexity and brightness, a small squeeze of fresh lime juice can elevate the fruit notes. Consider adding a scoop of vanilla protein powder or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a more substantial and protein-rich meal.