This strawberry mango banana smoothie is summer in a glass! Delicious, refreshing, easy to make and full of summer’s favorite fruits. It’s the perfect drink to enjoy on a warm summer day or everyday.
(Love smoothies? Try this orange smoothie with bananas and yogurt. So good! And if you like strawberries and bananas together, you’ll enjoy this strawberry banana fluff salad.)
Summer is finally here! Time to bust out that grill…and that blender.
I almost didn’t share this smoothie recipe because it’s so simple. Just mangoes, strawberries and bananas in a blender.
I found that a lot of people wanted to know how to make their smoothies creamy, rich and thick though.
So I decided to share our family’s favourite smoothie and lots of tips as well. Let’s get to it.
Why you’ll love making your own smoothies
If you’re still not on the smoothie train, this mango-strawberry-banana combo might just be the one to get you on it!
- Delicious and refreshing. First off, the combination of mango and strawberries, plus creamy bananas, is just delicious and so refreshing.
- Easy to make. It’s a breeze to make too.
- Cheaper. And it’s cheaper to make compared to smoothies you buy at the mall. Bonus: you know exactly what’s in it!
- Easy to customize. Speaking of what’s in it, this smoothie recipe is very easy to customize. I give lots of suggestions below.
- Great use for fruits about to go bad. And my favourite thing about making smoothies at home? It’s a great way to use those forgotten fruits that nobody wants to eat anymore. No food wasted.
How to make
You only need 6 ingredients to make strawberry mango banana smoothies. You don’t need a high-tech blender either.
- Frozen strawberries
- Frozen bananas
- Frozen mangoes
- Milk — I usually make smoothies with almond milk but any kind of milk will do
- Greek yogurt — if you prefer a smoothie with no yogurt, I give lots of suggestions for alternatives below
- Honey — you can also use maple syrup or skip this altogether if your fruits are already very sweet and ripe
I like to layer my smoothies (I’m fancy like that lol) so I make each layer separately then pour them in a glass.
If you don’t want a layered smoothie, simply blend all ingredients together. That easy!
(Do you have extra fresh strawberries? Make strawberry fruit dip or strawberry lemonade.)
Smoothie making tips
Secrets to a creamy smoothie
I prefer a rich, creamy smoothie. And one way I achieve that is by using frozen fruits instead of ice.
I find that ice tends to thin out the mixture so using frozen fruits helps me get that ice-cold, creamy smoothie I like.
Other things you can do:
- Add yogurt. Yogurt not only adds protein and a depth of flavour to your smoothie, it also helps make it creamy.
- Include fruits that blend creamy not runny. Fruits like bananas and mangoes, as opposed to oranges and watermelons.
- Other healthy ingredients. You can also add chia seeds or oatmeal to your smoothies. They’re a nutritious thickening agent.
Adjusting the consistency
If you’re on the opposite end of the smoothie spectrum and prefer a lighter smoothie, simply add ice to your mixture to thin it out.
Or if you accidentally made your smoothie too thick, add liquid — milk or juice or even water — a little a time until you get the consistency you like.
Best liquid to use when making smoothies
Speaking of liquids, what’s the best kind to include in your smoothie?
This is really a matter of personal preference. When making banana strawberry mango smoothie, my base is always milk. But you can definitely swap this out for:
- Fruit juice, like orange and pineapple, or even peach
- Coconut water
- Or simply water
Experiment and discover all the delicious combinations!
How to make a creamy smoothie without yogurt
If you’re not a fan of yogurt or ran out of it, you can still make your smoothies rich and creamy by using one or a combination of the following:
- Avocado
- Coconut cream
- Protein powder
- Oatmeal or chia seeds
- Nut butters
Or simply add more bananas and mangoes.
Best way to freeze fruit
We buy frozen fruits but when it’s summer and there’s an abundance of produce, we freeze our own.
I usually just grab a cup of sliced strawberries, sliced mangoes and sliced bananas (or whatever your favourite fruits are), put them in Ziploc bags and freeze.
When you’re smoothie ready, just place them in your blender and off you go.
If you want to freeze fruits separately and not in one bag, it’s best to place the individual pieces on a baking pan lined with parchment paper first, then freeze.
Once each piece is frozen, you can place them in a Ziploc bag. This way, you can avoid the chances of them sticking together in one frozen fruit ball.
Variations and substitutions
When making strawberry smoothies, I almost always stick to strawberries, bananas and mangoes. That’s not to say you can’t shake things up!
- Fruits that go well with strawberries: kiwi, oranges and other berries
- Fruits that go well with mangoes: apples, melons and pineapples
- Add avocados or greens like kale and spinach
And instead of yogurt, you can use any of the alternatives in the previous section.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can! Just make sure to make your smoothie real thick, then top with your favourite things like nuts, dried fruit, granola and fresh berries.
We usually get ataulfo mangoes and red mangoes here. While both are great, I prefer the silky and buttery texture of ataulfo mangoes in smoothies.
There really is no right or wrong choice though. Just make sure the mangoes you’re using are ripe and sweet.
Absolutely. Just prepare as directed, pour into a freezer-safe container, then freeze. Thaw in the fridge overnight to enjoy the next morning.
While frozen smoothies can last for months in the freezer, the consistency will change the longer they sit, which I’m not a huge fan of.
The fruit might also oxidize, changing its colour.
So I personally prefer to make smoothies fresh, else chill it in the fridge.
They should be good as new until the next day, though you may need to stir it again if separation occurs.
Other summer drink recipes
If you need more recipes to help you stay cool this season, try:
- Orange Smoothie with Bananas and Yogurt
- Sweet Cherry Vanilla Milkshake
- Avocado Milkshake (Filipino Recipe)
Also check out this refreshing collection of more than 80 summertime drinks!
Enjoy!
Strawberry Mango Banana Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
Layer 1:
- 1 cup sliced strawberries about 5-6 pieces, frozen
- 1 ripe banana sliced and frozen
- 1 cup almond milk you can substitute with your milk of choice
- ¼ cup greek yogurt
- Honey to taste
Layer 2:
- Flesh from 1 ripe mango frozen
- 1 cup almond milk
- ¼ cup greek yogurt
- Honey to taste
Instructions
- Starting with layer 1, blend all ingredients (except the honey) until smooth and creamy.
- Add honey to taste (I usually put 2-3 tablespoons) and blend to incorporate. Repeat for layer 2.
- Pour into a glass one layer at a time.
- Enjoy cold.
Video
Notes
- If you don’t want a layered smoothie, simply blend all ingredients together and add honey at the end to taste.
- See post for lots of smoothie making tips, variations and FAQs.
Nutrition
Nutritional information are estimates only.
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Andrea
SO love this smoothie, mango is def one of my favorite fruits ever. and berries and banana. SO good. love the addition of yogurt.
Kristen
Sounds delish! I’m a huge fan of strawberries and mangoes separately, so I’m guessing I would enjoy them combined, too!
Stephanie
I never thought about layering…What a great idea!
Jolina
Hi Stephanie! It’s fun! And you’d feel like you’re in a tropical island somewhere 🙂
Diana Lucia
This looks so delicious! I’ve never had this combination before. I can’t wait to try it. I never use ice in my smoothies either so this is perfect! 🙂
Heather
Yummy! I need to go and buy some mango so that I can make this. I love using almond milk but I never thought to add yogurt too.
Casey
I love buying lots of berries while they’re cheap during the summer and freezing them for future smoothies! Tasty and cheap!
Jolina
Hi Casey! I just froze another batch of fruits just minutes ago. It’s the way to go 🙂
Janel
Oh I love mangos in my smoothie
Shevy
Very interesting with the mango hmmm I would definitely try this once I get my hands on mango. Thanks for this recipe
Ada
Wow I wasn’t even thinking about making smoothies so pretty with layers ! I love that idea! And the combination of strawberries, banana and mango sounds amzing! Definitely gonna have to try it!
Nikki O.
This sounds so good! I have always enjoyed smoothies but never made one on my own. I’m going to use this recipe do sure 🙂
Heather Johnson
Strawberry and banana are two flavors that go together so well. I have never tried adding mango to the mix.
Neely Moldovan
Im a huge fan of adding mango to smoothies. Its one of my fav fruits and it makes everything taste soooo good!
robin rue
I love a good smoothie to start the day! This one sounds like it would knock it out of the park. Yum!
Dawn
Love the idea of not turning the oven on. Just yesterday we grilled outside and it was so nice not having to mess up the kitchen (oh, the little things, lol.). Girl, you are totally right – frozen fruit is KEY with smoothies. Not the same when it’s not frozen. And how dare you not almost share this beauty?! Hehehe….this is too pretty not to share! Awesome idea layering like that; it definitely adds the pretty factor 😉 Hubby and I don’t drink much pop. We pretty much hardly ever buy it, only on a rare occasion or to have in the fridge if a guest wants. I’ll just have it on occasion when out, but mostly it’s water for us too. Happy Monday to ya and have a fabulous week 🙂
Jolina
Hi Dawn! Turning the oven on for us on a hot day means our whole condo will be hot! So yay 🙂 And did I mention we bought a new electric grill (which is the only kind allowed)? Grilling on the balcony with a lovely breeze. Little things! Have a great week!
Robin
What a great summer treat! I’ll start freezing my fruits before they get overripe. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Jolina
Hi Robin! That’s what we do and it’s cheaper than buying the pre-frozen ones 🙂 Hope you get to take advantage of all these gorgeous summer fruits!