Mango Coconut Chia Smoothie

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 1/2 cups ripe mango, peeled and diced (fresh or frozen)

→ Liquids

02 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (canned or carton)

03 - 1/2 cup orange juice (optional, for a lighter texture)

→ Seeds

04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds

→ Sweetener (optional)

05 - 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup (optional; honey may be used but is not vegan)

→ Ice

06 - 1/2 cup ice cubes (omit if using frozen mango)

# Directions:

01 - Place the mango, coconut milk, orange juice (if using), chia seeds, sweetener and ice into a blender.

02 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 30 to 60 seconds depending on blender strength.

03 - Taste and add additional sweetener if desired; blend briefly to incorporate any additions.

04 - Divide between two glasses and allow to sit 2 to 3 minutes to let the chia seeds hydrate for a thicker texture, or serve immediately for a lighter consistency.

05 - Garnish with extra mango cubes, coconut flakes, or a sprinkle of chia seeds if desired and serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -

Sneaking this smoothie into your routine makes you feel like you started the day on vacation even if you haven’t left the kitchen.
It’s naturally sweet, creamy, and refreshing with barely any effort, which made it a regular request from my housemates—especially after morning walks.

02 -

Blending the ice and chia seeds at the same time is tricky—if you let it sit too long before serving, the texture gets pudding-thick and you’ll need a spoon not a straw.
Swapping in banana or pineapple for part of the mango gives you a completely new smoothie vibe—try it when you need a break from the classic taste.

03 -

For the creamiest smoothie, always use chilled coconut milk and cold fruit straight from the fridge.
A quick soak of the chia seeds in coconut milk for a couple of minutes gives you less grittiness and more luxurious texture in every sip.

Mango Coconut Chia Smoothie (Printable)