This mango smoothie without banana is thick, sunny, and extra creamy thanks to frozen mango, Greek yogurt, and a little coconut. It has that smooth tropical flavor people love in a mango smoothie, but skips the banana completely. A splash of lime keeps it bright, while almond milk helps everything blend into a refreshing breakfast or warm-day snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more as needed
- 1/4 cup canned light coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup ice, optional for a frostier smoothie
How To Make It
1. Add the almond milk, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, lime juice, vanilla, and salt to a blender first. This helps the blades move smoothly. 2. Add the frozen mango chunks on top. If your mango pieces are very large, let them sit on the counter for 3 to 5 minutes before blending. 3. Blend on high until thick and smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed. 4. Taste and add honey or maple syrup if your mango is not as sweet as you like. 5. For a thicker smoothie, add the ice and blend again. For a thinner smoothie, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time until it reaches your perfect sipping texture. 6. Pour into a glass and enjoy right away while it is cold, creamy, and bright.
Tips
- Use frozen mango for the best thick texture. Fresh mango works too, but the smoothie will be softer and less frosty.
- Greek yogurt makes this smoothie creamy without banana. For a lighter texture, use regular plain yogurt instead.
- Light coconut milk adds tropical richness. If you only have shredded coconut, blend in 1 tablespoon, but expect a little texture.
- Lime is small but important. It balances the sweetness of the mango and makes the flavor pop.
- Want a smoothie bowl? Use only 1/3 cup almond milk, blend until thick, then top with granola, coconut flakes, or extra mango.
- If your blender struggles, pause and stir instead of adding too much liquid right away.
Blend it up and enjoy a bright, creamy mango moment!