What’s better than enjoying a nutritious fruit smoothie on a warm summer’s day? This recipe is loaded with in season fruit such as mango and avocados. Avocados are a nutrition powerhouse packed with heart healthy fatty acids that help brain function. Mangoes deliver antioxidants like vitamin A that help lower our risk of developing cancer. 

Creamy Mango Avocado Smoothie 

Prep time: 1 min Cook time: 2 min  Servings: 2

Ingredients: 

½ large Haas avocado

½ cup mango, diced

½ frozen banana

2 tbsp hemp seeds 

1.5 cups skim milk 

Dash of vanilla 

Ice as needed

Optional toppings: coconut flakes, chia seeds, granola

Instructions: 

  1. Peel avocado and discard pit. 
  2. Blend all ingredients together in a blender. 
  3. Enjoy plain or in a bowl with toppings. 

Calories 234 Total Carbohydrates 26grams, Protein 11grams,  Fat 11grams

 

This recipe is inspired by our very own dietitian Abbey Granger, MS, RDN, LD food blog, The Food Mood RD.