A squeeze of lime is what takes a mango blend from sweet to interesting. This mango lime detox smoothie wakes up the tongue without any added sugar, which is rare for something this fruity.
Refreshing Mango Lime Detox Smoothie
This smoothie combines ripe mango, fresh lime juice, and a hint of spinach for added nutrients. It’s perfect for a quick breakfast or a light snack, and takes just 10 minutes to prepare, serving 2 people.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 ripe banana
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 cup coconut water or plain water
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes (to preference)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and dice the mangoes, and peel the banana.
- Blend the Smoothie: In a blender, combine the diced mangoes, spinach, banana, lime juice, and coconut water. If you like your smoothie sweeter, add honey or agave syrup.
- Add Ice: Add a handful of ice cubes for a chilled smoothie and blend until smooth.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately. You can top with chia seeds or coconut flakes if desired.
Roll the lime on the counter before cutting to get more juice. Zest a little of the rind in if you want it sharper.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 2 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
