Mango Lime Vegan Tropical Smoothie

This high-protein vegan tropical smoothie recipe has 18 grams of protein per serving and is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack!

As a plant-based Dietitian, I am always looking for delicious and nutritious ways to incorporate more plant-based protein into my diet. That’s why I love this Mango Lime Tropical Smoothie!

Not only is it bursting with the flavors of fresh mango and lime, but it’s also high in protein with 18 grams of protein per serving without using any protein powder.

Plus, it’s also a great source of healthy fats and fiber from the chia seeds and even has veggies from the spinach (but I promise, you can’t even taste it!).

If you love smoothies but find that they don’t typically leave you feeling full for very long, try pairing this smoothie with my Lemon Coconut Chia Pudding or Sundried Tomato & Hummus Toast!

What Makes This Smoothie High in Protein

This Mango Lime Vegan Tropical Smoothie primarily gets its protein from the soy milk and chia seeds!

Soy milk is a great source of plant-based protein, with 1.5 cups of soy milk having a whopping 11 grams of protein! If you’re worried about eating soy because you think it’s ‘bad’ for your health, don’t be.

Chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein.

Just two tablespoons of chia seeds have 4 grams of protein!

If you want to increase the protein content even more while still keeping the omega-3 content of this smoothie, swap chia seeds for hemp seeds (which have 6 grams of protein for two tbsp) to increase the protein to an even 20 grams of protein per serving of the smoothie!

Ingredient Substitutions

One of the great things about smoothies is that they’re so easy to customize! Here are a few ingredient substitutions you can make to this Mango Lime Vegan Tropical Smoothie recipe:

• Soy milk: Use any other plant-based milk, like almond milk or oat milk.
• Chia seeds: Use flax seeds or hemp seeds instead.
• Spinach: Any other leafy green, such as kale or collard greens would work!
• Mango: Feel free to swap with pineapple.
• If you want to make this smoothie even more tropical, you can add a handful of frozen pineapple or coconut milk.
• If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, you can add a pitted date, a frozen banana or a drizzle of  maple syrup.

Pairings for This Smoothie Recipe

This Mango Lime Tropical Smoothie is delicious on its own, but it’s also a great base for other ingredients. Here are a few pairings that go well with this smoothie:

Granola: Top your smoothie with a sprinkle of your favorite granola for added crunch and texture.

Fresh fruit: Add a few slices of fresh mango or another tropical fruit on top of your smoothie for a beautiful and delicious garnish.

Nut butter: Swirl a spoonful of your favorite nut butter, such as almond or peanut butter, into your smoothie for added flavor and protein.

Toast: Enjoy your smoothie alongside a slice of whole grain toast with avocado or hummus for a balanced and satisfying breakfast or snack.

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I hope you love this recipe as much as I do! If you try it, let me know what you think by leaving a rating and a review in the comments below. You can also find 60 other delicious, easy plant-based recipes in my cookbook, The Simple Vegan Kitchen!

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