This green mango superfood smoothie finally converted me into a green smoothie fan! Packed full of superfoods, no added sugar, and ready in 5 minutes.
Are you on the green smoothie train with me?! Green smoothies are a great way to pack extra veggies into your day but when I am not feeling a green smoothie my go-to is usually this Mango Smoothie Recipe or these 7 Breakfast Smoothie Recipes.
If you are on the fence about green smoothies, I hope you'll give this one a try! It's sweet, but not too sweet, and you really can't taste the spinach.
And by starting your day with this smoothie, you've already eaten three servings of fruit and one serving of vegetables...plus a huge boost in nutrition from the flax and chia seeds.
Reasons you'll ♡ this superfood smoothie
- it is vegan
- it is packed with nutritious superfoods
- it can be prepped ahead of time
- it is a super flexible base recipe for whatever you are craving or have on hand
What is a superfood?
Superfoods are highly nutrient-dense ingredients. They contain a high amount of nutrients such as antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals with a low number of calories. Read more here.
The thing I love best about smoothies is how much nutrition you can squeeze in one glass and this superfood smoothie is packed full of them! Which superfoods, you may ask?
- chia seeds for a boost in fiber, protein and omega 3 fatty acids (1)
- ground flaxseed for more fibre, vitamins and minerals, and omega 3 fatty acids (2)
- mango is used as a natural sweetener, but it is also packed with antioxidants (which can help protect your cells, preventing aging + chronic illness) (3)
- spinach which contains calcium, iron, vitamin C and alpha-lipoic acid, which has been found to help stabilize blood sugar levels (4)
Recipe tips:
Blending
You can get perfectly smooth green smoothies, even with a cheap blender! The trick is to blend your greens with the blending liquid before adding in the other ingredients. This ensures your greens are completely blended and you won't end up with chunks of spinach in your smoothie.
You may also need to blend for longer to get all the mango chunks to break up. If you are still having issues, try adding a bit more blending liquid than the recipe calls for.
Add protein
Want to turn this superfood smoothie recipe into a meal? Try adding one of the following:
- ¼ cup oatmeal (gives it some staying power)
- ½ scoop of protein powder (also gives it some staying power)
- 3 oz silken tofu
Freezer packs
To prep these superfood smoothies ahead as smoothie packs, I recommend using jars for a great zero-waste method. Place frozen mango on the bottom of the jar, then place add-ins, and spinach on top. Do not add blending liquid.
Put the smoothie packs into the freezer quickly so the fruit does not thaw and resolidify.
To blend, dump contents of jar into the blender. If anything is stuck in the jar, place some of the blending liquid into the jar, shake, then pour into the blender.
More smoothie recipes
- Strawberry Smoothie Recipe
- Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Smoothie
- Blueberry Coconut Water Smoothie
- 36 Healthy Smoothies
- Matcha Avocado Smoothie
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Green Mango Superfood Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach packed
- 1 ¼ cups almond milk
- 1.5 cups frozen ripe mango chunks
- 1 teaspoon ground flax
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ⅛ teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Combine the spinach and almond milk in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the mango chunks, flax, chia seeds and almond extract. Blend again until smooth.
Nutrition Information
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Anna Powell says
Thanks for the green smoothie recipe Denise. I like the different blend of ingredients in this smoothie.
Denise says
I'm so happy to hear this! Thanks for reporting back 🙂
Mimi says
First, thank you for all of your recipes and tips. I appreciate them all. I’m just learning really about reading labels etc. I need to be off sugar so was excited to see no added sugar in recipe. But it says 29 gr sugar. Would that be natural sugar from the mango? All of the smoothies look great.
Denise says
Hi Mimi! It's natural sugars from the fruit. Nothing to worry about unless you are on a low carb diet.
Mimi says
Omg thank you for even replying! You are sweet. I’ve made the mango smoothie and it’s a hit! Thanks so much for all of your recipes ❤️
Cassy says
Can you also jar this in the beginning of the week?
Denise says
Hi Cassy! I like to assemble them in jars and keep in the freezer until I'm ready to blend. Here's a post where I explain my method: https://sweetpeasandsaffron.com/2016/08/5-make-ahead-breakfast-smoothies.html They are actually good for a month or so.
Susie Orr says
Do you know that your links are mixed up? The Mango one comes up for the coconut and the goji berry cherry also.
Denise says
Whoops thanks, Susie! They should be fixed now 🙂
Nutrition Fox says
Smoothie fan here, but I'm really curious if this recipe taste a little bit sour? I mean it's a green mango, I've tasted some before, and it's really, really sour.
Denise says
Hello! I should maybe re-word the title. It is made with ripe mango chunks (the kind in the frozen foods aisle), but is green from the spinach 🙂
Traci | Vanilla And Bean says
Back on the smoothie train! Hooray! I love the frozen mango in here.. and the spinach? The farms are growing it like mad! A perfect time to enjoy a refreshing and nourishing smoothie!
Manali@CookWithManali says
green smoothies are wonderful, love the addition of mango in here! yum!
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
I'm starting a new thing with my diet which includes drinking a smoothie every day so this recipe really could NOT have come at a better time! Green smoothies are the boss and throwing mango in the mix just WINS!
Denise says
I am loving the green smoothies these days, and even Kai likes this one! That's a big win for me 🙂
Izzy @ She Likes Food says
I've been drinking a lot of green smoothies throughout this pregnancy too haha! They are such an easy way to get your protein and veggies in! ! I've never made one with mango before but I bet it makes it super creamy 🙂
Denise says
Yes, smoothies are just the best when you're pregnant. And chia seeds make smart babies 🙂
marcie says
It is true -- we always focus on our kids and taking care of ourselves takes a back seat! I've been on a green smoothie kick and have been working on one myself, so I love this one! The mangoes and spinach sound so good, and I always love chia seeds!
Michelle | A Latte Food says
I've been trying to be better about drinking more green smoothies! This looks absolutely delish!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
Ohh I have some frozen mango to use up in the next week or so, so this smoothie is happening! I've been trying to up my smoothie game and this one looks perfect!
Rachel @ Bakerita says
I love green smoothies, but I can always use a new recipe - especially one that uses mango! Trying this soon 🙂 also, loving these photos so much!
Denise says
Thanks, Rachel! I was totally inspired by the photography session at Everything Food. It's fun experimenting!!
Connie says
Just added mango, spinach, kale, and almond milk to grocery list. (I've got everything else). I'm hoping my 91 yr old mom doesn't see me make this....she's a very picky foodie, but if she doesn't know what is in the smoothie, I plan to do this a lot! Thanks!!!!
Denise says
Ha ha! I hope she isn't scared of the green color! And I hope you ladies enjoy the smoothie 🙂
Medha says
Gorgeous photos and simple ingredients! Loving the idea of using mango here to mask the greens and add a pop of flavor 🙂
Denise says
Thanks so much Medha! I am addicted to mango these days 😛
Helen @ Scrummy Lane says
I've had a real craving for fruit this week, Denise, so this is perfectly timed. I'd be willing to give a green smoothie a go! I know you can't taste the spinach 😉
Love the idea of the frozen mango chunks. I'm definitely going to try that!
Denise says
I hope you try it, Helen! It tastes so good once you can get around the whole 'green' thing 😉
Ashley - The Recipe Rebel says
I have a smoothie every day but have never made a green smoothie! ONE DAY I will actually work up the courage. Lol. I planted a bunch of kale this year so I might have to try it once it's ready!
Denise says
I really hope my smoothie routine 'sticks' this time. And I'm re-reading the sentence you wrote "I planted a bunch of kale this year" about 10 times now...Ashley?? Is that really you?? LOL! I hope you like it 🙂
Rosemary Busch says
I used kale as I have soooo much in my garden and it was very tasty
and a nice change from my usual smoothie
Denise says
I'm so glad you liked it Rosemary! I'm going to have to sub kale for my next one 🙂