Mango Papaya Smoothie

Yumna Jawad
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5 from 45 votes

This Mango Papaya Smoothie is a nutritious easy smoothie made with tropical fruits and canned coconut milk - it a nutrient dense tropical refreshing drink!

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This Mango Papaya Smoothie is a getaway in a glass! I blend a lot of frozen fruits including mango, papaya and banana, give it a whirl with some coconut milk and voila – a refreshing drink you can probably order poolside somewhere tropical.

Mango papaya smoothies in clear cups with bowl of papaya in the background

Ingredients for the papaya smoothie

  • Papaya: Also known as papaws, papayas are high in fiber, contain antioxidants and rich in vitamin A.
  • Mango: Mangoes are a low calorie fruit, and like papayas are high in fiber and vitamin A. Learn how to cut a mango.
  • Banana: A banana helps to create a creamy texture as well as being a great source of potassium.
  • Canned coconut milk: Coconut milk works so well with the tropical flavors in this smoothie. I prefer to use canned coconut milk which is thicker, but you can use regular coconut milk.
  • Water or more milk: This is used to thin the smoothie.

How to make the papaya smoothie

You can whip up this mango papaya smoothie in just a minute. There’s no prep required as long as you have the fruits chopped and ready to blend. Throw it all in a blender and blend until the it’s smooth and thick.

Tips to make Mango Papaya Smoothie

  1. Freeze your banana before adding it to the blender. This helps to create a really creamy texture and eliminates the need to add ice which can dilute the drink.
  2. Use a ripe or over ripe banana. Smoothies are a great way to use up over ripe bananas! They are sweeter than just ripe and they also contain more antioxidants.
  3. Make sure your mango and papayas are ripe. When you squeeze them, they should give a little. Like the bananas, they will be a lot sweeter and more flavorful.
  4. Don’t add ice to the smoothie. For me ice usually waters down the flavor of a smoothie, so instead i just make sure at least one of the fruits is frozen, and that not only makes it a cool treat but also creates a creamier texture.

Frequently asked questions

Can you make smoothies ahead of time?

Smoothies are best consumed as soon as you have made them. As soon as the fruits are blended and are oxidized they start to lose their nutrients. If you can’t drink it straight away, store it covered in the fridge and consume within 24 hours.

How long do you need to blend a smoothie?

In a high speed blender, I like to blend the ingredients together for up to two minutes, to really make sure everything is broken down and smooth. If you have a less powerful blender, you may need to blend it a little longer.

Can you drink this smoothie for breakfast?

This recipe makes two smoothies, and comes in at around 250 calories, so it’s a great breakfast if you are running short on time. I often like to have this as a mid-afternoon pick me up. If you like, you can add some protein powder to this drink to give you energy for the day.

Two cups of mango papaya smoothie topped with shredded coconut

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Mango papaya smoothies in clear cups with bowl of papaya in the background
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Mango Papaya Smoothie

This Mango Papaya Smoothie is a nutritious easy smoothie made with tropical fruits and canned coconut milk – it a nutrient dense tropical refreshing drink!
5 from 45 votes
Author Yumna Jawad
Servings 2 servings
Course Smoothies
Calories 247
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups chopped papaya
  • 1 mango chopped
  • 1 banana
  • ½ cup canned light coconut milk
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients in a high-speed blender, and blend for 60-120 seconds until you get a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Taste the smoothie, adding more milk if it is too thick or adding more sweetener if it’s not sweet enough for you. Pour into a cup or mason jar. Enjoy immediately, or store in fridge for up to 24 hours.

Equipment

Vitamix A3500 Ascent Series Smart Blender
High Speed Blender

Notes

Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight mason jar. It will stay fresh for up to 24 hours. But ideally, it’s best to consume immediately after making
Equipment: I make my smoothies in my Vitamix. It has a “smoothie” button so it does all the work for me until the ingredients are well blended.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g, Calories: 247kcal, Carbohydrates: 53g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Sodium: 66mg, Potassium: 767mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 38g, Vitamin A: 3153IU, Vitamin C: 171mg, Calcium: 53mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

Cuisine American
Course: Smoothies

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  1. Tried it, it’s was soooo good, made me stop what I had in hand and sit to enjoy it 🤗
    I adjusted the ingredients for 1 serving, omit the mangoes, added half a tsp of turmeric and a tbs of lemon juice 😍😍😍 it was 💖💖💖

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