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Mango Banana Smoothie Recipe

🥭 This creamy Mango Banana Smoothie combines ripe mangoes, sweet bananas, chilled milk and yoghurt to create a deliciously smooth, refreshing tropical drink. Quick and easy to prepare in just 13 minutes, this homemade smoothie is perfect for breakfast, brunch or a fruity afternoon treat. Serve chilled and enjoy a burst of tropical goodness in every sip!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Blending Time 3 minutes
Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Cuisine Tropical-Inspired
Servings 6 People
Calories 240 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife
  • 1 Chopping Board
  • 1 Large Spoon –
  • 1 High-speed blender
  • 1 Large Bowl
  • 1 Fine-Mesh Sieve, Optional
  • 1 Measuring Jug –
  • 1 Serving Glasses
  • 1 Ice Tray Or Ice Bucket

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Large Ripe Mangoes
  • 1 Medium Ripe Pineapple
  • 500 ml Chilled Drinking Water
  • 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 Cup Ice Cubes - Optional
  • 4 –6 Fresh Mint Leaves - Optional
  • 1 –2 Teaspoons Honey - Optional

Instructions
 

Step 1: Wash And Prepare The Fruits

  • - Wash the mangoes and pineapple thoroughly under clean running water.
  • - Peel the mangoes, remove the stones and cut the flesh into small cubes.
  • - Remove the pineapple crown, peel and eyes, then cut away the tough central core.
  • - Chop the pineapple flesh into small chunks.
  • - Place the prepared fruit in a clean bowl and discard any bruised or spoiled portions.
  • Choose ripe fruit for natural sweetness, but avoid fruit that smells fermented or has visible mould.

Step 2: Add The Ingredients To The Blender

  • - Place the mango cubes and pineapple chunks in the blender jug.
  • - Pour in approximately 400 ml of chilled water, reserving the remaining 100 ml for adjusting the consistency.
  • - Add the fresh lime juice.
  • - Add the mint leaves if desired.
  • - Leave out the honey until you have tasted the blended mixture.
  • Starting with less water helps preserve the rich tropical flavour of the fruit.

Step 3: Blend Until Smooth

  • - Secure the blender lid before switching it on.
  • - Blend for approximately 45–90 seconds, or until the fruit is evenly broken down.
  • - Stop the blender and check the texture. If large pieces remain, blend for another 15–30 seconds.
  • - Add the reserved water gradually if the mixture is too thick.
  • - Blend briefly again to combine everything evenly.
  • Use less water for a thicker, smoothie-like drink or add more for a lighter juice. The finished Mango Pineapple Juice should be easy to pour without becoming watery.

Step 4: Strain The Juice If Preferred

  • - Position a fine-mesh sieve over a large jug.
  • - Pour the blended mixture through the sieve in manageable batches.
  • - Gently press the pulp with the back of a spoon to release the liquid.
  • - Discard the remaining coarse pulp or reserve it for another suitable recipe.
  • Straining is optional. Leaving the pulp in your juice creates a fuller texture and retains more of the fruit’s fibre than removing it.

Step 5: Taste And Adjust The Flavour

  • - Taste a small spoonful of the juice.
  • - If the fruit is not sweet enough, add a little honey and blend briefly.
  • - If the drink tastes overly sweet, add a small squeeze of lime juice.
  • - If the flavour is too concentrated, add water one tablespoon at a time.
  • - Add a few extra mint leaves if you prefer a fresher aroma.
  • The key to delicious Mango Pineapple Juice is balancing the sweetness of ripe mango with the tangy flavour of pineapple. Add honey and lime gradually to avoid overpowering the fruit.

Step 6: Chill And Serve

  • - Refrigerate the juice for 20–30 minutes if you have time.
  • - Pour it into clean serving glasses.
  • - Garnish with a mint leaf or a small pineapple wedge.
  • - Add a few mango cubes for a colourful presentation, if desired.
  • - Serve immediately while cold and freshly flavoured.

Notes

  • 🥭 Use Ripe Mangoes: Choose fragrant, sweet mangoes for the best flavour and natural sweetness.
  • 🍌 Choose Ripe Bananas: Yellow bananas with a few brown speckles help create a creamy texture.
  • 🧊 For A Thicker Smoothie: Use frozen mango chunks or frozen banana slices and reduce the amount of ice.
  • 🥛 Adjust the Consistency: Add milk gradually until your Mango Banana Smoothie reaches your preferred thickness.
  • 🍯 Sweeten To Taste: Taste before adding honey or sugar, as ripe fruit is often sweet enough.
  • 🌱 Optional Flavours: Add fresh lime juice for a tangy finish or a little grated ginger for a gentle kick.
  • 🥥 Dairy-Free Option: Substitute the milk and yoghurt with unsweetened plant-based alternatives.
  • 🥤 Serve Immediately: Enjoy chilled for the freshest flavour and creamiest texture.
  • ❄️ Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and consume within 24 hours for the best quality.
  • ⚠️ Portion Advice: Serve in small glasses and remember that blended fruit contains naturally occurring sugars.
    • Start with less water and adjust after blending for a stronger fruit flavour.
    • Straining is optional and may reduce the amount of pulp in the finished juice.
Keyword Mango Banana Smoothie