Mellow Yellow Smoothie
Brighten your day with a glass of Mellow Yellow Smoothie, a vibrant and nutritious blend of tropical fruits and a hint of earthy spice. Packed with sweet ripe banana, tangy pineapple juice, and frozen mango chunks, this golden-hued smoothie gets its signature color and a boost of anti-inflammatory benefits from turmeric powder. Creamy Greek yogurt adds richness and protein, while a touch of honey enhances the natural sweetness. With just a 5-minute prep time, this refreshing drink is perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a midday pick-me-up. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh mint for an optional cooling twist and serve up sunshine in a glass!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece ripe banana
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the ripe banana and break it into chunks, placing them into a blender.
Add the frozen mango chunks to the blender for a naturally sweet and creamy texture.
Pour the pineapple juice into the blender to add a tropical tang and help with blending.
Spoon in the Greek yogurt to enhance creaminess and add a protein boost.
Sprinkle in the turmeric powder for a subtle earthy flavor and a vibrant yellow hue.
Drizzle in the honey for added natural sweetness, adjusting to taste if desired.
Add the ice cubes to chill and thicken the smoothie.
Blend all the ingredients together on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender if necessary.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and garnish with freshly chopped mint for an extra refreshing touch, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mellow Yellow Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.7 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 89.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1207 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
