This mango protein smoothie proves you don't need a scoop of powder to hit your protein goals. Creamy Greek yogurt, silky cottage cheese, and nutty hemp hearts team up with sweet mango and banana for a thick, tropical smoothie that tastes like a treat but keeps you full for hours.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons hemp hearts
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more as needed
- 1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional
How To Make It
- Add the almond milk, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, hemp hearts, and lime juice to a blender.
- Add the frozen mango chunks and banana.
- Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 45 to 60 seconds.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add another splash of almond milk and blend again until it reaches your ideal consistency.
- Taste and blend in honey or maple syrup if you want it a little sweeter.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Tips
- Use frozen mango for a thick, frosty texture. If using fresh mango, add a handful of ice cubes.
- Prefer a thinner smoothie? Start with 1/2 cup almond milk instead of 1/3 cup.
- Hemp hearts add protein and healthy fats without a gritty texture, but you can swap in 1 tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flaxseed if needed.
- For an extra tropical twist, use coconut milk instead of almond milk.
- This smoothie is best enjoyed right away, but you can refrigerate it in a sealed jar for up to 12 hours and give it a good stir before drinking.
Blend up this sunny mango smoothie whenever you want a protein-packed sip that tastes like a mini tropical vacation!