Mango Avocado Smoothie
Why Are Mangos Awesome?
If you’re craving mangos, there’s a chance you might be craving something in them that you’re not getting. They’re fairly low in calories, but incredibly high in nutrients. Here are some of the most common things in them:
Vitamin C
67% of of your daily intake in just 1 cup
Aids in iron absorption, immunity, and growth/repair
Vitamin A
10% of daily intake in 1 cup
Helps your immune system
Vitamin B-9 aka Folate
Important in red blood cell formation and cell growth
Dietary Fiber
Antioxidants
Has many, but main one is Mangiferin
Helps protect your cells from free radical damage
Or maybe they’re just delicious and the extra nutrients are just a plus! All those nutrients paired with the irons and healthy fats of the avocado will keep you going all day. Either way, enjoy your smoothie!
Mango Avocado Smoothie
Abel Dawson | 4/14/2021
prep time: 15
cook time: 0
total time: 10 min
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
1 Avocado
1 Mango
1 Cup Orange Juice
2 Cups Ice
Special Equipment: Blender
Instructions:
- Slice mango and avocado. Place everything in blender.
- Blend until smooth. If too thick, add 1/4 cup extra orange juice at a time until thin enough for you.
- Serve and enjoy!
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