Okay, the sweet potato might sound a bit weird, but tastes great in a smoothie. Not only does it naturally sweeten the smoothie, but gives me a big shot of Vitamin A into my system. The mango is there to add a tropical touch to the smoothie because my mind is always on summer mode. You’ll be surprised how well the mango chunks compliment the sweet potato. For those of you who’ve been drinking green smoothies a lot lately, this is a great way to break up your routine.
Whether you need this smoothie to energize you in the morning or keep you going in the afternoon, this smoothie recipe is definitely something you want to keep in your back pocket!
TOOLS + INGREDIENTS USED
- Using the right blender: If you’re going to commit to drinking smoothies a few times a week, I highly recommend getting a high-speed blender. I used to make smoothies with a cheap blender, and I never quite got the consistency that I wanted. Currently, I use a Vitamix, but the Nutri Ninja served me very well for a long time and it’s less expensive than the Vitamix)
- Chia seeds: Great for adding omega-3 fatty acids into your meals.
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- Orange Mint Coconut Water
Servings: 2 small smoothies
Sweet Potato Mango Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 small cooked sweet potato, about 1/2 cup smashed
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks, small handful
- 1 1/3 cups unsweetened coconut milk beverage, not the kind in a can
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup, honey works also
- ice cubes, optional
Instructions
- Blend all the ingredients until smooth.
- Pour smoothie into 2 glasses. You can also make this ahead and refrigerate the smoothie in a jar overnight.
Notes
SUBSTITUTIONS: You can also replace the coconut milk beverage with almond milk, soy milk, or any kind of milk you prefer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 27.5g | Protein: 2.5g | Fat: 3.7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 169mg | Fiber: 6.8g | Sugar: 8g
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Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel says
never thought of sweet potato in a smoothie but im going to have to try it. especially with mango because they accent eachother so well. excellent creation!
Lisa says
Thanks, Kelsey! I’m drinking a sweet potato smoothie right now!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Love all that bright orangy yellow goodness!
Lisa says
Thanks, Rebecca!
genevieve @ gratitude & greens says
I’ve never used sweet potato in my smoothies but I can’t wait to try it! This smoothie looks so bright and just makes me think of sunshine in a cup. Pinned!
Lisa says
Thanks, Genevieve!!
GiGi Eats says
I really need to re-adopt sweet potato into my life. My mom scared me off of it when I was little (bad experience) but I know it can be such a tasty part of my food rotation! HA!
Lisa says
Oh yes, this can be an lovely part of your food rotation!! Can’t believe your mother scared you off when you were a kid!
Alessandra // the foodie teen says
I’m loving the flavours here – sweet potato is such a delicious addition! Gorgeous photographs too. Hope you have a lovely weekend!
Lisa says
Thanks, Alessandra! Have a great rest of your week!
Erin@WellPlated says
I’m not a gamer, but that wouldn’t stop me from devouring this smoothie ASAP!
Lisa says
Just bring one of your tasty desserts this way, and we can totally do a swap 😉
Danguole says
I’m so on board with this! Never would have thought to do sweet potato in a smoothie but it sounds great.
Lisa says
Thanks, Danguole!!
Linda @ Veganosity says
This is so creative and it looks delicious. I love sweet potatoes and paired with mango, I can only imagine how sweet and creamy this must be. Pinned!
Lisa says
You’re absolutely right, Linda. It adds a lovely creamy texture to the smoothie!
Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge) says
DOn’t have to convince me! I LOVE sweet potato anything and always have extras lying around. Definitely putting the next one in a smoothie! 🙂
Lisa says
Yea! Let me know how that goes!
Selena @ The Nutritious Kitchen says
Holy YUM girl! What an awesome idea, just in time for spring. I have a love affair with magos and sweet potatoes but never thought to combine them. Genius!!
Lisa says
Thanks, Selena! You need to try it soon!
Linda @ The Fitty says
Oh yum! I’ve never tried any kind of potato or even avocado in my smoothies before because I don’t drink smoothies. I prefer to eat the food instead.
Lisa says
I totally know what you mean, Linda! I’ve started to make more smoothies around here lately as a dessert so I don’t have to gorge on chocolates and cookies!
Tawnie Kroll says
Trying this ASAP! Pinning.
Lisa says
Thanks, Tawnie! Let me know how it goes!
rachel@ Athletic Avocado says
I would never think to put sweet potatoes into a smoothie!! such a great idea! I bet it makes the smoothie extra creamy!
Lisa says
Yes, it’s super ream! Thanks, Rachel!
Farrah says
I love and adore recipes that only take 5 ingredients, and never would’ve thought to throw sweet potato into a smoothie! This looks delicious!
Lisa says
Thanks, Farrah!
Catherine says
Dear Lisa, This looks so thick and creamy. I love the idea of sweet potato and mango together. My daughter would love this…I will have make this for us soon! xo
Lisa says
Thanks, Catherine! Let me know how it goes!
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
I can not believe I have not thought of sweet potatoes in my smoothie before. I am so excited to try this!
Lisa says
Yay, thanks, Kristen!
Maggie says
We are totally in sync Lisa! I just published the sweet potato post and will publish a mango smoothie soon. How interesting to see these two combined together, in a drink! Love this idea!
And I’m just hooked with the Nindendo 3DS after reading your post! OMG, didn’t know you play game too. I used to play GBA and DS, but it was long time ago. Love Zelda. And Mario. I need to stop now, because I can talk forever. And I’m very close to an impulse purchase now!
Sylvie | Roamingtaste says
Yes to this! Yes to all of this! Sweet potato and mango are not two ingredients I would have thought to bring together, but this sounds amazing.
Lisa says
Thanks, Sylvie! The sweet potatoes definitely make the smoothie more filling!
Karen says
This smoothie is really good, but I added a pinch of cinnamon and oh my god. I’m trying to get more vegetables and green smoothies do get tiring after awhile. so this recipe is perfect.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks for trying the recipe and for letting me know how it went! I love that touch of cinnamon you added in it!
gina says
Stumbled upon this recipe due to not having OJ or bananas for my usual sweet potato smoothie recipe. Googled ” do sweet potatoes & mangoes go together?” & found you. This recipe is perfect in its simplicity (my other recipe includes cinnamon & nutmeg so I did not add them to this one). Definitely adding this to my rotation. Agree that green smoothies can get tiring. My teen cannot stop tasting it, so that is another win! thanks so much!
Lisa Lin says
Gina, I’m so glad you and your family enjoyed the smoothie! I’m going to try and come up with more smoothie variations!