Description
This Mango Coconut Swirl Berry Smoothie is a vibrant blend of tropical flavors and creamy textures, perfect for a healthy treat. The stunning swirl effect, created with avocado-coconut cream, elevates it to a new level.
Ingredients
- 200g (7oz) Frozen Mixed Berries: For a complex berry flavor.
- 150g (5oz) Frozen Mango Chunks: Adds sweetness and a tropical aroma.
- 100g (3.5oz) Banana, Sliced: Provides sweetness, creaminess, and potassium.
- 120ml (½ cup) Full-Fat Coconut Milk: Delivers a rich, creamy base.
- 120ml (½ cup) Orange Juice: Adds brightness and Vitamin C.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Honey or Agave Syrup: To balance tartness and enhance flavor.
- ½ tsp (2.5ml) Ground Cardamom (Optional): Adds a warm, aromatic spice.
- 100g (3½oz) Avocado: Adds creaminess and healthy fats.
- 30ml (2 tbsp) Coconut Cream: Intensifies coconut flavor.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Lime Juice: Brightens the swirl and prevents browning.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Maple Syrup: Adds subtle sweetness to the swirl.
- Pinch of Sea Salt: Enhances all flavors.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Toasted Coconut Flakes: For a crunchy topping.
- Fresh Mint Leaves: For garnish.
Instructions
- Prepare Avocado Swirl: Blend avocado, coconut cream, lime juice, maple syrup, and salt until smooth.
- Chill Swirl: Refrigerate swirl for at least 10 minutes to thicken.
- Blend Berry Base: Blend berries, mango, banana, coconut milk, orange juice, honey, and cardamom.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend until completely smooth, adding liquid if needed.
- Pour & Layer: Pour smoothie into a glass, filling about three-quarters full.
- Add Swirl: Drop swirl into the center of the smoothie.
- Create Swirl Effect: Gently swirl the avocado mixture through the berry base.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with coconut flakes and mint; serve immediately.
Notes
For a thicker smoothie, use more frozen fruit. Refrigerate components separately for up to 24 hours before swirling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg