Mango Peach Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1/2 mediumbanana
• 150 g (1 cup)peach (about 1 medium peach)
• 165 g (1 cup)mango (about 1 yellow mango)
• 120 ml (1/2 cup), or more if neededcoconut milk, or liquid of your choice
• 1/2 teaspoonbee pollen (optional)
• 80 g (1/2 cup)mango, chopped
• 1/2 mediumbanana, sliced
• 1 tablespooncoconut chips, toasted

Instructions

1. 1

   Blend the fruit

   Put the smoothie ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add more liquid if you prefer a thinner consistency.

2. 2

   Pour and garnish

   Pour the smoothie into a bowl or tall glass. If serving it as a smoothie bowl, garnish with the toppings.

3. 3

   Serve straight away

   Serve immediately.

What is a mango peach smoothie?

A smoothie is a blended fruit drink, often served for breakfast or as a quick refreshment. This American-style version pairs peach and mango with banana and coconut milk.

The base is blended until smooth, then the reserved chopped fruit, sliced banana and toasted coconut chips can be used as toppings for a bowl.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 235 calories, 0g protein, 0g carbs, 0g fat.

Most of the carbohydrate in this serving comes from the banana, peach and mango; the coconut milk and coconut chips contribute most of the fat. The fruit and coconut provide some protein, while the optional bee pollen adds a small amount. Balance the smoothie with a protein-rich accompaniment such as yoghurt or eggs.

Choosing the fruit

Ripe fruit: Choose a peach and mango that give slightly when pressed; ripe fruit blends easily and brings its own sweetness.

Banana: The banana adds body to the blend. Use the first half in the blender and keep the sliced half for the topping.

Getting the texture right

Start with the listed liquid: Blend the fruit with 120 ml of coconut milk or another liquid of your choice. Add a little more if the mixture is too thick to blend smoothly.

Blend until smooth: Pause and scrape down the sides if pieces of fruit cling to the blender, then continue blending.

Smoothie or smoothie bowl

For a drink: Pour the blended mixture into a tall glass and serve without the bowl-style garnish if you prefer.

For a bowl: Pour it into a bowl and arrange the chopped mango, sliced banana and toasted coconut chips over the top. Add the optional bee pollen if using.

The finishing touches

Toasted coconut: Coconut chips add a crisp contrast to the smooth fruit. They are listed as a topping, so add them after blending.

Bee pollen: This is optional and can be left out without changing the blending method.

When to serve it

This recipe takes about 5 minutes and is best served as soon as it is blended, while the texture is smooth and the fruit is fresh.

It works as a quick breakfast or a midday drink; for a more substantial meal, pair it with something savoury or a source of protein.

Recipe notes & tips

• Use ripe fruit for a smooth blend and a naturally fruity flavour.
• Add the coconut milk gradually if you want more control over the final thickness.
• Blend the smoothie ingredients first and keep the listed toppings out of the blender.
• Use a food processor if you do not have a blender, as the method allows either.
• Toast the coconut chips before adding them if they are not already toasted.

Variations

• Change the liquid: Use another liquid of your choice instead of coconut milk.
• Make it thinner: Blend in extra liquid a little at a time.
• Leave out the bee pollen: Skip this optional ingredient without changing the rest of the recipe.
• Serve it in a glass: Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and omit the bowl-style garnish.
• Add the toppings: Use the chopped mango, sliced banana and toasted coconut chips for a smoothie bowl.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Adding too little liquid: If the fruit is difficult to blend, add more liquid as directed.
• Blending the toppings: Keep the chopped mango, sliced banana and coconut chips aside until the smoothie is blended.
• Expecting a thin drink: Start with the listed amount of coconut milk and add more if you want a thinner result.
• Leaving the smoothie to stand: Serve it immediately for the freshest texture.
• Forgetting the optional ingredient: Bee pollen is not essential, so simply leave it out if unavailable.

How to store

This smoothie is best served immediately. If necessary, cover and refrigerate any leftover smoothie for up to 24 hours, then stir or briefly re-blend before serving; add the toppings just before eating.

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