“Sometimes, a Sunday afternoon needs a whole mango to be kept entirely for oneself, and eaten in one sitting,” said actress Alison Pill of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and The Newsroom about the mango.
That's why it's no surprise that mangoes are one of the world’s most beloved fruits. It's also known as the “King of Fruits,” with the famous Philippine mango crowned as arguably the sweetest of them all.
Take advantage of the summer harvest with this delightfully refreshing smoothie to help fight the heat. Not only is this drink delicious, but it’s also packed with vitamins and minerals, making this drink a great way to cool down this season!
Mango-Lychee Smoothie
Prep time: 10 minutes
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped
1⁄2 cup canned lychee, drained
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons condensed milk or honey
1 cup crushed ice
Procedure:
Put all ingredients in a blender and pulse until smooth. Garnish with a slice of mango and serve immediately.
(Photograph by Miguel Nacianceno. Recipe by Divine Enya Mesina. Food styling by Cleone Baradas.)
