Introduction
This smoothie is a great way to enjoy the benefits of mango, banana, kiwi, and clementines all at once. It’s also great for sneaking in hidden veggies. My kids couldn’t taste the cucumber. It’s also packed with vitamin C from the mango and clementines. You can make it as dessert or breakfast, depending on your mood. For this recipe you’ll need:
In a blender, combine:
In a blender, combine:
- 1 mango
- 1 banana (peeled)
- 2 clementine oranges, peeled and seeded
- 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped into small pieces
- 1 kiwi peeled and sliced
- 1 tsp of turmeric
- 1 tsp of honey
1/2 cup coconut milk, almond milk, or your favorite milk substitute
1/2 cup coconut milk, almond milk, or your favorite milk substitute
If you’re looking for a dairy-free option, coconut milk is a great choice. It can be used in place of dairy products like Greek yogurt and butter on toast. If you prefer something that’s not so sweet and savory (like us), then almond or soy milk will do just fine! You can also make your own using water and ground almonds as the base ingredient—just make sure to use full-fat versions of these types of nut milks so they don’t turn out too bland tasting overall!
1/2 cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt
1/2 cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt
Sustitue any yougurt you prefer here.
1 small banana
Bananas are a great source of vitamins B6 and C, potassium, and fiber. They are also a good source of tryptophan, an amino acid that helps produce serotonin, which can improve mood and help you sleep better.
1/2 mango, peeled and pitted
Mango is a good source of vitamins A, B, and C. It also provides fiber, potassium, and folate.
Mangos are high in vitamin A but low in fat. They contain more beta-carotene than any other fruit (1). Beta-carotene converts to vitamin A in the body by being processed by the liver. Vitamin A is essential for eye health; it helps guard against damage from UV rays that can cause cataracts or macular degeneration as we age (2).
1/2 cucumber, peeled and diced
1/2 cucumber, peeled and diced
It’s not just cucumbers that are great for your health. They’re also a good source of vitamin C and potassium, which helps to keep you hydrated. Cucumbers are also packed with fiber—which helps keep you full longer! And last but not least: they have silica (silicon dioxide), an important mineral that plays an important role in hair growth, skin health, and nail strength.
1 clementine, peeled and separated into segments
Organges would also work if you had those on hand.
1 kiwi peeled and sliced
Kiwi is one of those fruits that are kids are initimited by but when they are added to a fruit bowl or smoothie, they love them.
This smoothie is also filled with vitamin C from the mango and clementines.
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that works to neutralize free radicals and keep your immune system healthy. It also helps with wound healing, iron absorption, and more.
Mangoes are high in vitamin C, so this smoothie is loaded with it! In addition to the mangoes and clementines (which have their own benefits), you’ll be getting a boost of vitamin C from the kiwis as well—all combined into one delicious drink!
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