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Macho Mango Green Smoothie Recipe

October 23, 2012 By Joi Sigers

I may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. This costs you absolutely no extra money (of course), it simply allows me to maintain the lifestyle my cats are accustomed to!

To make a long story short, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Green Smoothies is the first Green Smoothies book you should buy. Not only are the green smoothie recipes outstanding, the nutritional information and advice are absolutely priceless.

I wrote a The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Green Smoothies review on another website, if you want to check that out. Whether you’re new to green smoothies, an old pro, or have never touched a green smoothie to your lips – this book is a must read.

The recipe below is from page 145 of the book. It’s called Macho Mango Smoothie and if you love mangoes, this will become a green smoothie recipe you use over and over again.

The author says you can substitute 1/2 cup pistachios for hemp seeds for a totally different flavor.

If you’re concerned about finding hemp seeds, or other green smoothie seeds such as Chia Seeds  (a personal favorite!), rest easy.  Most grocery stores have Health Food sections which carry ingredients you’ll see in green smoothie recipes.  When you read the health benefits of these seeds, you’ll kick yourself for not introducing yourself to them sooner.

I make my hemp seeds, flax seeds, and chia seeds pull double duty.  I use them in my homemade granola bars for extra crunch, flavor, and nutritional benefit.  I also find myself eating chia seeds right from the bag.  They’re crunchy, delicious, fun to eat, and give a boost of energy.

If you’re concerned that your grocery store might not have the seeds you need, look for a Vitamin store or health food store. OR, you can take my approach and simply buy them online. Beneath the recipe are lists of common seeds and ingredients in green smoothies, along with links to the products.

A final word about ingredients for green smoothies: Don’t let unfamiliar ingredients scare you off. Some of my favorite green smoothie ingredients are spinach, sunflower seeds, bananas, cucumbers, apples, and pineapple. You don’t HAVE to have chia seeds, hemp seeds, flaxseed, etc. However, they are so incredibly healthy and delicious I know you’ll want to get to know them better.

Macho Mango Green Smoothie

Recipe Type: Green Smoothie
Cuisine: Healthy
Author: Bo Rinaldi, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Green Smoothies
This smoothie may taste fruity and floral, and it may be creamy and silky, but it still packs a macho amount of nutrition! – Bo Rinaldi
Ingredients
  • 3 dried apricots
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped mango
  • 1/3 cup hemp seeds
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 TBS fresh lemon juice
  • 1-1/2 cups water (including soaking water)
Instructions
  1. Soak apricots in water to cover for at least 1 hour. Drain, retaining soak water.
  2. In a high-speed blender, combine mango, hemp seeds, soaked apricots, spinach, lemon juice, and water.
  3. Blend until completely smooth.

What about blenders?

Personally, I use the Nutri Bullet (show to the right).  It’s available online as well as in most department stores.   It’s handy for making and drinking in the same container – I also like the recipes and nutritional information included with the system.

However, a well-made blender can most definitely make wonderful smoothies. Just be sure to really process thick greens like kale thoroughly – otherwise you’ll be chewing your smoothie, which is a major turnoff!

Seeds and Ingredients for Green Smoothies:

  • Flaxseed
  • Hemp Seed
  • Chia Seeds
  • Hemp Protein Powder
  • Celery Juice
  • Dulse Flakes

 

Filed Under: Food Blog, Green Smoothies, Smoothie Recipes Tagged With: mango green smoothie recipe

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