This Blueberry Mango Smoothie (No Banana) is thick, creamy, and naturally sweet, with juicy mango, antioxidant-rich blueberries, and fiber-packed chia seeds to make you feel full for longer. Ready in just 5 minutes, this refreshing mango berry smoothie is dairy-free, packed with nutrients, and made without added sugar. It's a delicious, refreshing way to enjoy more fruit and fiber.
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- 🔍 Quick Look: Blueberry Mango Smoothie
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- 👩🏼🌾 Ingredients
- 🫐 Substitutions
- 📖 Tips for Making 5-Minute Blueberry Mango Smoothie
- ✔️ Storage & Meal Prep Tips
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🔍 Quick Look: Blueberry Mango Smoothie
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 5 minutes
- 👥 Servings: 2
- 📊 Calories: ~201 kcal (based on nutrition panel)
- 💪🏼 Nutrition: 7 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber, 234 mg of calcium.
- 👩🏽🍳 Flavor Profile: Sweet, tropical mango meets juicy, slightly tart blueberries in a thick, creamy smoothie.
- ⭐ Difficulty: Very easy-just blend everything together in 5 minutes.
👩🏽⚕️ Dietitian's Note
Adding banana to your berry smoothie isn't a bad thing-eating more fruit is always a win! However, research suggests that an enzyme in bananas can break down beneficial flavanols in berries, reducing how much your body absorbs. Flavanols are plant compounds that may support heart health, healthy blood pressure, and blood vessel function.
That's one reason I love making this blueberry mango smoothie without banana. By skipping the banana, you help preserve more of these beneficial compounds and improve their availability for absorption. Mango adds natural sweetness and creaminess, so you get a delicious smoothie with the potential for even more nutritional benefits.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
This Blueberry Mango Smoothie is thick, creamy, and bursting with sweet mango and juicy blueberries. It's also:
- Banana-free: Skipping banana helps preserve more of the beneficial flavanols in blueberries, improving their absorption.
- Rich in antioxidants: Blueberries provide anthocyanins and other beneficial plant compounds that support heart health.
- Packed with fiber: Chia seeds and whole fruit add fiber to support digestion and help keep you satisfied.
- Quick and easy: Ready in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients, making it perfect for a refreshing breakfast or afternoon snack.
- Naturally sweet and dairy-free: Ripe mango creates a creamy texture and delicious sweetness without added sugar or dairy.
👩🏼🌾 Ingredients
Below, I share ingredient notes from both a nutrition expert's and trained chef's perspective.
- Nondairy milk: Creates a smooth, creamy base that helps everything blend together.
- Nut or seed butter: Adds richness, a subtle nutty flavor, and a creamier, more satisfying texture.
- Chia seeds: Thicken the smoothie naturally as they absorb liquid, creating a creamy, satisfying consistency. They also add fiber and plant-based omega-3 fats without changing the fruity flavor.
- Blueberries: Bring a juicy, slightly tart flavor that balances the sweetness of the mango. They also give the smoothie its beautiful purple color and provide beneficial anthocyanins.
- Frozen mango chunks: Replace banana for natural sweetness and a thick, frosty texture. Their tropical flavor balances the tart blueberries, creating a refreshing smoothie without added sugar.
See the printable recipe card below for quantities.
🫐 Substitutions
This recipe is versatile and easy to adapt. Below are some simple ingredient substitutions.
- Blueberries - Instead of blueberries, use frozen raspberries, blackberries, or mixed berries.
- Mango - Use frozen pineapple instead.
- Nut or seed butter - Peanut butter has a bolder flavor, while almond or cashew butter is milder and lets the fruit shine. Use seed butter for nut-free or omit and use one-half tablespoon more chia seeds for texture.
- Banana flavor - Add freeze-dried bananas for a banana flavor without polyphenol oxidase.
- Protein - Use 1 scoop of unsweetened protein powder and ¼ cup more nondairy milk.
- Nondairy milk - Use soy milk for a richer texture and more protein, almond milk for a lighter smoothie, or oat milk to add mild sweetness.
📖 Tips for Making 5-Minute Blueberry Mango Smoothie
The complete recipe with exact amounts is below. These additional tips will help you get the best results.
- Add the milk before adding the chia seeds, otherwise they stick to the canister of the blender. Consider using a combination of frozen pineapple and mango, or adding a touch of maple syrup for sweetness.
- Blend on high until just smooth. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days. To add more protein, use 1 scoop of protein powder and ¼ cup more milk. I use this one-ingredient unsweetened protein powder linked here. It is the cleanest protein powder I have found.
✔️ Storage & Meal Prep Tips
These simple tips will help your blueberry mango smoothie stay fresh and make busy mornings easier:
- Enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor, creamiest texture, and best preservation of beneficial plant compounds.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Fill the container as close to the top as possible to minimize air exposure and oxidation. Stir or shake well before drinking.
- Prep smoothie packs by portioning the frozen blueberries, mango, and chia seeds into freezer-safe bags or containers. When ready, add the nondairy milk and nut butter, then blend.
- Freeze leftovers in ice cube trays for up to 3 months. Blend the frozen cubes with a splash of nondairy milk for a quick, refreshing smoothie.
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🙋🏽♀️ Recipe FAQs
Frozen mango, frozen pineapple, cooked sweet potato, soaked cashews, rolled oats, chia seeds, and yogurt are good substitutes for bananas in smoothies.
Yes! Mangoes are rich in vitamin C, which supports immune health, and provide fiber, vitamin A precursors, and beneficial antioxidants. Their natural sweetness makes them a delicious way to add nutrients to smoothies without needing added sugar.
Absolutely! Frozen mango is a delicious substitute for banana, adding natural sweetness and a thick, creamy texture. Plus, skipping banana may help preserve more of the beneficial flavanols in blueberries, which support heart and blood vessel health. This blueberry mango smoothie is naturally sweet, refreshing, and packed with fiber and antioxidants.
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Blueberry Mango Smoothie (No-Banana) Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup nondairy milk
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- ¾ cup frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon unsalted almond butter
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
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Instructions
- Transfer the milk, chia seeds, mango, blueberries, almond butter, and cinnamon to the canister of a high-speed blender.
- Blend on high until just smooth. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Notes
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- Add the milk before adding the chia seeds otherwise they stick to the canister of the blender.
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- Use a combination of frozen pineapple and mango. Add a touch of maple syrup for sweetness.
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- To add more protein, use 1 scoop of protein powder and ¼ cup more milk. I use this one-ingredient unsweetened protein powder. It is the cleanest protein powder I have found.
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Lisa R says
This was delicious and made plenty. (I did add hemp for more protein.) So happy to have a smoothie with no banana. Is it sweet? Yes, just enough for me--not for my husband.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
So glad you enjoyed this banana-free smoothie:)
Margaret says
I was low on plant milk, so I replaced half with Kite Hill almond milk yogurt. The smoothie was delicious, but next time, I'll use all nondairy milk. Is there a brand or type you prefer? Thank you!
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
Hi. I prefer an organic unsweetened soymilk for more protein.
Kim says
Thought it might be overly sweet, but turned out very good sweetness level wise.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
So glad you enjoyed the level of sweetness. I do not like overly sweet foods!
Armida says
The mango chia smoothie is my favorite especially because it doesn’t include bananas which I prefer to eat by themselves.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
So glad you like this recipe! Thank you:)
Chelsea says
My favorite smoothie! Almost like a PB&J but healthy! I do add protein powder, a little water, and 3 dates (soaked in hot water to soften them first). Soooo yummy!
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
So happy you are enjoying it. Thank you. Love your additions.
Alicia says
This has become a firm favourite in my house. I use ground flaxseeds rather than chia and a whole cup of blueberries. It comes out very thick and is a great alternative to ice-cream.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
Great substitutions. Thank you for sharing.
Felisa says
I love this recipe! I confess I do put banana in mine but the recipe masks the flavor of the banana that I don’t enjoy. The ground chia makes the smoothie so creamy with little effort. Thank you for both the education and the yummy recipe!
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
So happy you enjoyed it and thank you for taking the time to read the nutrition info.
Susan says
I learn something every day about nutrition….and much of it from you on this site! Who knew that the bananas I add to smoothies decreased the flavonols in my berries? Wah! I will be trying this asap.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
I'm so glad that my posts are adding value! Thank you for taking the time to read them so thoroughly!
Kate says
Love love love this. I used 1T of hemp seeds instead of almond butter and added a scoop of protein powder. I also added a date as frozen fruit in the UK is never ripe. I used a pinch of cinnamon and a pinch of cardamom, and was wondering about adding some Thai basil.
I love your recipes. Thank you so much for sharing.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
Wow Thai basil will be so interesting! Thanks for sharing your version.
Poulina Kalushner says
I love ,love your great respies!!!!!!!!. I got your book. Thank you.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
Thank you so much for your support. Have a lovely week.
Rhonda says
Had to add some water as the mixture was too thick to blend. Soooo smooth and has a delicious velvety texture. Added peanut butter instead of almond because that is what I had on hand. Delish! Will try some protein powder next time to increase the protein. Is it worth adding spinach too?
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
Hi! Yes adding some spinach is a great idea!
Adrian Heinz says
I have just recently discovered this recipe. I was looking for a great tasting and healthy smoothie without bananas. I have subscribed to your recipes and will be getting your book soon, I read a review that mentioned you had a book. I am responding to an older review that said they used peanut butter instead of almond butter, and it turned out great, that's what I was going to do, but was not sure on how it would taste, excited to try it. You also mentioned the spinach in it as well. I will definitely put that in there. I wanted to ask you or if anyone else has used coconut water to put some liquid in it. We don't use milk in our house but we do have almond milk so I'll have to experiment. Thank you for your wonderful recipes!
Sincerely,
New reader
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
Hi. Welcome here! You can use coconut water or nondairy milk. Any nut butter will work.
Adrian says
Love love love this recipe!! I used coconut water for the liquid and peanut butter instead of almond butter only because that's what we had. Added the spinach, delicious! My kids love it as well, it's not too sweet, which we love. That's the only way I can get them to eat spinach, I'll take the win! Thank you!!!
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
Yay! So glad you all enjoyed this smoothie! Thank you.
Claudette Erickson says
Super yummy! Can’t wait to try the pineapple and mango 😋.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
Thank you! Pineapple is delicious too:)
Agnes says
Delicious! Used oat milk and it tasted very creamy. I’m not sure this is truly 2 servings though. I think it makes one large one or two kids sized servings.
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
The serving size is an more of an estimate:) I'm glad you enjoyed the recipe. Oat milk must be delicious in this.
Maria says
Very tasty smoothie! My 6-year-old also loved it! She said it was like eating ice cream 🍨
Nisha Melvani, RDN says
So glad! My kids love this one too!