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Lately I’ve been dreaming of using mangoes in my smoothies.
I’m not really sure why.
Or where these dreams are coming from.
Or what dreaming about mangoes even means…
But I just took it as a sign to get out my blender and use this tender sweet fruit to make a little dairy-free recipe magic happen in my kitchen.
I mean come on… it’s summer.
And to me, mango’s scream ‘Summer’.
Don’t they?
The best part about this smoothie is that I used fresh cilantro to add a kick of flavor without any added sugar! It’s one of my latest dairy free dessert recipes that I serve with a sprinkle of coconut flakes, fresh cilantro, mango, cinnamon and almond milk. O ya, and a lot of ice cubes.
Pretty easy, right?
You guys, if you are a coconut fan you are going to drool over this smoothie. It’s pretty addicting. Even my father (who is Not a coconut fan) loved every sip and I’ll be making this for him every time I’m at the beach this summer to visit my parents.
I really hope you’re not a coconut-hater. I know there are a few of you out there. But if you are – no need to worry… simply add in 1/2 tsp. cocoa powder instead of the coconut flakes for a sweet touch.
And if you don’t like mango, well then – I guess you’re going to have to look for another smoothie recipe. Unless you want to substitute it with cantaloupe – but that’s your choice.
Have fun. Whip out your dusty blender.
And don’t forget to have a bunch of ice ready to toss in.
It’s pretty magical.
Especially on a summer morning (and the kids love this one too)!
Have a great week.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. hemp seeds
- 2 ripe bananas peeled and sliced
- 1 ripe fresh mango pitted and sliced
- 1 1/2 cups Almond Breeze Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 tsp. coconut flakes
- 2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in a blender; puree until smooth.
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Transfer to serving glasses; serve chilled.
This post is sponsored by Blue Diamond Almond Breeze.
I’m not a huge fan of coconut, but I do absolutely LOVE mango. So maybe I will give it a try!
the mango intrigues me. I’ll have to try it!
This sounds amazing! Cilantro is so interesting. I’ve never thought about it. Can’t wait to try this! Love this website.
Love mango smoothies! Would not have thought to put cilantro in there though.
This sounds great! I love mango lassis (and I drink almond milk every day— it’s my favorite of the milk-like drinks out there!), but I’ve never tried using hemp seeds. I actually thought I must be seeing ground up chia seeds in there instead of hemp seeds, cilantro, and cinnamon at first… you’re so creative! 🙂
This is the perfect summer smoothie! I adore coconut (it’s my new favorite addiction) and when is mango not delicious?! Having been lactose intolerant for over half my life, I can’t express how wonderful it is to find so many delicious recipes and substitutes, like almond milk, these days. Makes a girl very happy! Can’t wait to try this!
wow never thought of adding cilantro to my smoothie! I am going to try this with chia or flax seed instead of hemp, it’s all I have in my cupboard!
A mango dream is a sweet dream indeed! Love your recipe ideas!
I am always on the lookout for new smoothie recipies.. I would love to win the salt set- in oder to make bath salts to help people relax
This sounds delish; a must try. Would like to try the different salts too.
I wonder if adding in a small pinch of a salt would enhance it. Love different salts. Just don’t get a chance to get very many due to finances.
Mango is a great addition to a smoothie, I think some parsley would be a good addition like the cilantro as well 🙂
I loooove when its mango season! I need to give this a try!
I love mango and smoothies! Can’t wait to try this and give the recipe to my dairy free sister 🙂
I love almond milk! But, I’ve never used it in smoothies, I’ll have to give it a try!
Smoothie sounds yummy and I LIKE SEA SALTS!!!
Sounds yummy! Think I could substitute chia seeds for the hemp seeds?
Mmmm… Cinnamon and cilantro are truly delish together! Plus, how can you go wrong with Almond Breeze?!?
You know what I just realized…my grocer has a sale on mangoes…Woo-Hoo!
What an inspired combination! Do you have any tricks to getting the mango out without mangling it? I’m horrible at that!
Thanks for the yummy recipe Amie–sounds delicious!! I was wondering what a good substitute for the almond milk might be? I get sick if I have carrageenan and it seems to be in all the milk or dairy products with the rare exception. If I used yogurt, is there something I could thin it out with to have more of the same effect as the almond milk? This looks like another recipe I could share with my son as we try and expand his food repertoire because he loves mangoes–thankfully!! I just wanted to say thanks so much for turning us onto the Amazing Grass. My husband was recently diagnosed with cancer and the Amazing Grass has helped him feel a lot better and have a lot more strength–thank you for all your tips and recipes–its made a difference in our lives!