The tropical chia mango smoothie was developed for numerous reasons. I am not a winter gal and January seems to be lingering forever. In addition the cold weather sometimes gives me the blues. A healthy exotic drink was definitely needed. Tropical Chia Mango Smoothie take me away! That saying was in reference to an old commercial that appeared on television years ago for a soap product called Calgon. The character in the Calgon commercial was overly stressed and needed to get away with a soothing bath then she would say, “Calgon take me away.”
What’s better than a mango smoothie with kiwi, bananas and pineapple to set the mood for an exotic island. Since I can’t get away the tropical chia mango smoothie will have to fit the bill. This smoothie is a spirit lifter with the fruit, honey, almond milk, and chia seeds providing a highly nutritious drink. Furthermore they are simple to make.
Chia seeds when added to a liquid becomes a gelatin-like substance but with seeds. I did some experimenting with the chia seeds in this smoothie. I was interested in how the chia seeds would affect the taste of the smoothie. There are three smoothies pictured above in the featured photo.
The one nearest the front contains no chia seeds. It’s has a fruity creamy taste that is pure magic in a glass. The center smoothie in the narrow neck jar has chia seeds which were added to the tropical mango smoothie and stirred. Chia seeds add texture to the smoothie. Lending to a chunky consistency in your mouth. The last smoothie to the left also has chia seeds, however, the drink was blended longer to get a smoother consistency. The texture of the drink is more consistent with a smoothie. As a result it goes down your throat very easily.
My favorite was the chia seeds that were added to the tropical chia mango smoothie and stirred. If you close your eyes you can almost hear the sounds of gentle waves on the beach. This smoothie has a way of making you feel like summer fun on the beach. The chia seeds in the smoothie have a playfulness to them. They feel like little bubbles moving around in your mouth.
Not only does this smoothie taste delicious and have a tropical taste which provides you with energy but it has plenty of healthy properties. The chia seeds that are in the smoothie are one of those modern day superfoods. There are certain blood markers that chia seeds are associated with; such as lowering blood presser, reducing your risk of diabetes, and lowering the risk of heart attack and stroke. Chia seeds can be sprinkled on foods, added to foods and put in drinks to boost the health potential of the food or drink.
Chia Seeds Health Benefits:
- Excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids.
- Omega-3 fatty acids help raise HDL cholesterol (the good cholesterol that protects against heart disease)
- Rich in antioxidants
- Good source of calcium, fiber, and iron
- Support strong bones and muscles
- Contribute to healthy skin
- Help reduce the signs of aging
- Chia seeds act as an egg substitute in baking
- 1 cup almond milk
- ½ cup ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons agave
- 1 cup sliced mango pieces
- ½ teaspoon coconut extract
- ⅔ cup fresh pineapple cubes
- 1 peeled kiwi
- 1sliced fresh banana
- CHIA GELATIN
- 1½ tablespoons
- ½ cup water
- In a glass pour the water into the glass along with the chia seeds. Stir and set aside for 10 minutes.
- SMOOTH: Tropical Chia Mango Smoothie
- Pour the milk into a blender add fruits, agave, coconut extract, ice cubes and chia gelatin process until blended.
- CHUNKY: Tropical Chia Mango Smoothie
- Pour the milk into a blender add fruits, agave, coconut extract, and ice cubes process until blended. Add the chia gelatin to the smoothie after stir for a chunky smoothie.
- Pour the smoothie into tall glasses, add straws, and serve at once.
