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Refreshing mango smoothie with flaxseed
Nawaal Ahmed

High-Protein Orange Mango Flaxseed Smoothie

High-Protein Orange Mango Flaxseed Smoothie
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large mandarin orange about 180 g, peeled
  • 1 cup frozen mango chunks 150 g
  • 1¼ cups plain Greek yogurt 300 g
  • 3 tbsp ground flaxseed 21 g
  • ½ cup ice cubes 120 ml volume
  • ½ cup cold water 120 ml
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract 2.5 ml

Method
 

  1. Add the peeled mandarin orange segments to a high-speed blender jar.
  2. Pour in the Greek yogurt and cold water to create a creamy base for blending.
  3. Add the frozen mango chunks, letting them sit on top of the yogurt mixture.
  4. Sprinkle the ground flaxseed evenly over the fruit.
  5. Add the vanilla extract and ice cubes to help chill and thicken the smoothie.
  6. Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes completely smooth and creamy, about 45–60 seconds.
  7. Pause and scrape down the blender sides if needed to ensure everything blends evenly.
  8. Continue blending until the smoothie looks thick, glossy, and vibrant orange in color.
  9. Pour into tall glasses and serve immediately while cold and frosty.

Notes

Protein: 17 g

Carbohydrates: 31 g

Fat: 7 g

Fiber: 5 g

Sugar: 25 g

Sodium: 60 mg