Mango and Banana Smoothie

Fitness Benefits:

Bananas are slightly higher in energy than other fruits but the calories come mainly from carbohydrate, which makes them brilliant for refuelling before, during or after a workout. They're also packed with potassium, which may help with muscle cramps during exercise.

Method:

Cut the mango down either side of the flat stone, then peel and cut the flesh into chunks.
Peel and chop the banana.

Put all the ingredients into a food processor or blender, then process until smooth and thick. Keep in the fridge and use the day you make it.

Ingredients:

1 medium mango
1 banana
500ml orange juice
4 ice cubes


Tip:

For an even quicker smoothie
Simply replace the fresh mango with 250g/9oz frozen mango or mixed tropical fruit, available in most supermarkets. Frozen berries will also work brilliantly.

Recipe from Good Food magazine, August 2008