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Mango-Banana Smoothie
A couple of weeks ago before leaving for Florida, I made what looked to be a fabulous mango-coconut quick bread. It smelled fantastic and had all the makings of a dreamy bread. However, before I could cut into it, a certain Golden Retriever who shall remain nameless (*cough*Einstein*cough*) took it upon himself to eat the ENTIRE loaf while it was cooling and backs were turned. The little bugger didn’t even get sick. How is that possible?! I didn’t have enough time before I left to re-make the bread, but I did have an extra mango to use up, so I whipped up a quick smoothie that made a fabulous breakfast.
I go on and off the smoothie band wagon, but for someone like me who struggles to get in my daily allotment of fruits and vegetables, it’s a quick and easy way to knock out a few servings all at once. Most times I opt for a green smoothie since I tend to eat less vegetables than I do fruit, but without any greens in the fridge, a fruit combination is still refreshing and delicious. I love how versatile smoothie-making is, since you can pretty much just add whatever you have on hand and give it a whirl in the blender. Do you have a favorite smoothie combination?
Now that I’m back, I need to re-make that mango-coconut bread before mangoes are done for the season. I also need to teach Mr. Einstein some better manners.
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An easy recipe for a mango smoothie - perfect for summer breakfast treats.
- 1
ripe banana
(cut into chunks)
- 1
mango
(cut into chunks)
- 1ยฝ
cups
milk
(regular or almond)
- 2
tablespoons
rolled oats
- 1ยฝ
tablespoons
melted coconut oil
- 6
large ice cubes
Puree all ingredients together in a blender until smooth. Enjoy!
Nutritional values are based on one serving
Calories: 326kcal
Fat: 17g
Saturated fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 18mg
Sodium: 82mg
Potassium: 613mg
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 27g
Protein: 7g
Vitamin A: 24.5%
Vitamin C: 42.6%
Calcium: 21.6%
Iron: 3%
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I LOVE smoothies – this one looks amazing!!
That was SO sweet of you to make a whole loaf of bread just for Einstein!! That was what HE thought anyway! These smoothies look delicious! And mango is one of my hubby’s favorites – I must try!
This smoothie looks delicious!!! As for your other dilemma, I have a cat who inhales any and all food left out on the counter. All I can say is that your microwave is your friend for cooling foods down while safely out of reach of pets!!!! All my cakes, muffins, etc rest in there until they’re cool enough to be covered :)
Everyday I look forward to reading your blog! This smoothie looks great! Is there anything I can substitute for coconut oil with?
Hi Madison, You could use any other type of flavored oil you like, or just omit it. You could also use coconut milk if you wanted.
If I omit it would it make a huge difference in the smoothie?
No, you’ll just miss that hint of coconut.
A friend once told me that her husband and child were completely horrid, and would, on a regular basis, eat all of the muffins she made the night before, leaving her to go to work hungry. Time and time again this happened. She’d bake the muffins, leave them to cool on the counter, and then her selfish family would eat them all before she could have even a crumb. At first she was flattered – obviously she was an amazing baker. But this flattery can carry gluttony only so far. Finally, she confronted the selfish beasts. She told her family that she was thrilled that they enjoyed her muffins so much, but found it disheartening to think that they wouldn’t consider sharing even one with her.
It was after her lengthy lecture that she learned that neither husband or child had been eating the muffins. Not a one. That they had been thinking the same of her. They simply couldn’t believe that she’d bake all those muffins for herself and then, in all likelihood, scarf them back in the bathroom whilst applying her morning makeup.
Evening surveillance proved that Mac, the dog, was more than capable of consuming a dozen muffins in the wee hours of the night. Like, every night.
What an awesome story!!!
LMAO! :)
I love tropical smoothies and you looks and sounds killer!
Such a fabulous morning smoothie!…or afternoon. Yum!
Your dog must have good taste because that bread sounds amazing. :) Don’t you just love that dogs can eat a whole loaf of bread without a thought about…oh, calories? haha! Anyway, I hope the recipe shows up here sometime soon. Your smoothie looks great, too. Perfect for a summer morning. Have a great day!
These smoothies look refreshing!
I have never thought to put coconut oil in my smoothies. Must try soon!
Yum! Mango smoothies are the best, especially when highlighted with banana and coconut!
haha oh my gosh I can’t believe he ate the whole thing! Our beagle would definitely do the same if given the chance … although since she’s only 20 pounds she thankfully can’t reach anything : ) But she can be sneaky with guests who make the mistake of carrying food where she can reach it! I love mango smoothies – I think it’s my favorite flavor.
Oh yum! This looks so delicious! Hehehe that is something my golden retriever would do too! They are such beautiful animals… but can be so, so cheeky!
:-)
Simple, healthy AND delicious! Good luck with mango bread attempt 2!
“…a certain Golden Retriever..” ha ha ha :) Aww… We started a new obedience course yesterday, and the lead instructor had her goldens demonstrating perfect competition behavior. So there IS hope :).
The smoothies look really great. Also Pinning!
One of my fave smoothies on earth is a mango-banana smoothie, and a little pineapple too if I have it. Yours looks beautiful. So bright and cheery! Pinning!
Looks great!I will try this one.Congrats on your
marriage !!!So glad you are back!!!
Looks great
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I can’t believe your pup would ever do that! ;) Yummy smoothie! Lately I have been having a daily watermelon smoothie so I’m excited to switch it up and try this mango one!