Bursting with sweet and tangy flavors, made all the more enjoyable by a cooling sensation, this mango orange smoothie is heaven brought straight to your taste buds. Even better, it's also packed with amazing nutritional value, so with every tasty sip, you're nourishing both your soul and your body.
Is Mango Orange Smoothie Healthy?
Yes, absolutely.
Our mango orange smoothie is dairy-free, sugar-free, and vegan. It contains a megadose of vitamin C and has only 105 calories per serving. It’s an ideal choice for a quick breakfast or light snack to keep you fueled — no more worrying about slurping on extra calories! More specifically, here are what the main ingredients offer:
- Mango
Mango is high in polyphenols and carotenoids, including beta-carotene, a pigment that gives the fruit its vibrant color. Beta-carotene is well-known for its anticancer and anticarcinogenic properties. Mango is also an excellent source of vitamin C, containing 36 mg per 100 g of flesh.
- Orange juice
Both orange juice and mango are good sources of vitamins and minerals, such as potassium and magnesium. These minerals may aid in the proper functioning of your heart and nerves by efficiently managing your body's fluids and regulating blood pressure.
Oranges are known to be high in beta-carotene as well, which is converted by the digestive system into vitamin A. It is well established that a diet rich in lutein and vitamin A promotes better eye health.
A medium orange contains approximately 53 mg of vitamin C, which helps the body's immune system function properly, regulates white blood cell function, and protects against disease-causing viruses and bacteria.
Ingredients You Will Need
There are only five ingredients needed for today's mango orange smoothie: mango, orange juice, lemon juice, ice, and mint leaves.
- Mango:
The sweet and buttery ripe mangoes play the biggest role in enhancing the smoothie's flavor while also adding extra richness and thickness.
Either fresh mangoes or frozen mangoes work great for this recipe. Frozen mangoes will ensure that your smoothie has a nice thick and icy texture, whereas fresh mangoes will make it creamier, smoother, and easier to drink. Each outcome is satisfying in its own way.
- Orange juice and lemon juice:
The citrus taste of the orange and lemon juice complements the mango's tropical zing perfectly. It's a divine balance of creaminess, acidity, sweetness, and tartness.
You can use either freshly squeezed orange juice and lemon juice or the bottled kinds. Both varieties are guaranteed to be flavorful, but freshly squeezed will always have the edge on prepackaged.
- Ice
This is, of course, an essential to most smoothies, especially if you're not using frozen fruits. It creates a coveted frosty, thick texture and adds a cooling sensation that's incredibly thirst-quenching.
How Long Does This Smoothie Last?
- In the fridge
This mango orange smoothie keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
To maintain the smoothie's flavor and avoid contamination or exposure to air (which could result in nutrient loss), store it in an airtight container. Don’t worry if the smoothie separates during storage; simply shake or stir it up to recombine.
- In the freezer
You can also keep it well for up to 3 months in the freezer.
To freeze the drink safely, pour it into a freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag, leaving an inch of space at the top of the container for expansion when frozen. Allow it to completely defrost at room temperature before serving.
Can't get enough of mango smoothies? Neither can we! Here are a couple more that we've made and absolutely fallen head over heels for. Give them a try or keep them in your repertoire for any time the craving strikes: Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe, Mango Watermelon Smoothie Recipe, and Mango Smoothie Recipe.
Mango Orange Smoothie Recipe
Today's 5-ingredient mango orange smoothie recipe is a super flavorful and filling choice to make, especially on warm days when you're craving something cold and refreshing. Even without any added sugar, it's surprisingly sweet and vibrant in flavor, reminiscent of fruit sorbet popsicles!
- by Luna Regina, 2024-02-19
- prep TIME 10 mins
- total TIME 10 mins
- COURSE Beverage
- CUISINE Global
- SERVINGS servings
- CALORIES 103 kcal
INGREDIENTS
- 18 oz mangoes (chopped)
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 8 mint leaves
INSTRUCTIONS
Place all the ingredients in the blender with solids on top of liquids in the following order: 2 cups ice cubes, 1 cup orange juice, 1 tsp lemon juice, 18 oz chopped mangoes, and 8 mint leaves.
Blend until smooth.
Pour the mango orange smoothie into serving glasses.
Garnish with mint leaves and orange slices. Enjoy.
NUTRITION
Luna Regina
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