Can I use canned coconut milk in a smoothie?

Yes. Canned coconut milk is rich and thick, so you may want to thin it with water or regular milk. Coconut drink from a carton gives a lighter smoothie.

Which mango is best for smoothies?

Any sweet, non-fibrous mango works well. Frozen mango chunks are convenient and make the smoothie thicker.

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Tropical Mango Smoothie

Vacation in a glass. The combination of mango and pineapple with coconut milk creates pure tropical vibes. Perfect for hot weather, when you're dreaming of beaches, or when you need a flavor escape. Use coconut milk for maximum tropical effect.

Time: 5 min
Method: Blend
Serves: 1
Energy: 490 kcal
Protein: 15 g

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Tall glass of tropical mango smoothie made with oats, frozen mango, pineapple and coconut milk

Method

Step 1: Blend your DIY Oats with frozen mango, pineapple chunks, and coconut milk.
Step 2: Add extra coconut milk if needed for desired consistency.
Step 3: Blend until smooth.
Step 4: This is refreshing, naturally sweet, and tastes like vacation.
Step 5: The coconut milk adds healthy fats and enhances the tropical flavor.

Notes from the Department

Use coconut milk

Nutrition

1 serving

490 cal | 15g protein | 13g fiber

2 servings

980 cal | 30g protein | 26g fiber

Estimates. Not medical advice.

Why it works

Frozen mango makes a smoothie that is almost custard-thick on its own. Pineapple lifts it with a sharp edge so the mango does not go cloying. Coconut milk is the key swap here: it replaces the usual extra dairy and makes the whole thing taste unmistakably tropical. The soaked oats blend in and keep it filling, at about 490 calories and 13g fibre per serving.

If you are using fresh mango

In mango season, use ripe fresh mango and add a few ice cubes, since it will not be frozen. Alphonso or any sweet, fibre-free variety blends best. Freeze chopped mango while it is plentiful and you can make this all year.

Swaps

Light coconut milk or coconut drink gives a lighter result than canned. A squeeze of lime brightens it. Banana can stand in for pineapple. If you have no DIY Oats jar, soak rolled oats, milk, chia seeds and a few almonds overnight and blend from there.

Storage

Drink it fresh. Pineapple and dairy left together for long can turn slightly bitter, and the chia keeps thickening the drink.

Questions people ask

Can I use canned coconut milk in a smoothie?: Yes. Canned coconut milk is rich and thick, so you may want to thin it with water or regular milk. Coconut drink from a carton gives a lighter smoothie.
Which mango is best for smoothies?: Any sweet, non-fibrous mango works well. Frozen mango chunks are convenient and make the smoothie thicker.

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