Recipe · Contemporary
Mango Lime Smoothie for Recovery
This mango lime smoothie is a refreshing post-workout drink made with plain skyr, milk and frozen mango. It provides approximately 33 g protein alongside carbohydrate in one generous serving. Lime and ginger balance the sweetness, while the thick, smooth texture makes it a practical option after running, HYROX or strength training.
By Rachel Branson ·
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- —
- Total
- 5 min
- Makes
- 1 large smoothie
- Difficulty
- Easy
Why choose a mango lime smoothie after training?
Sweet mango, sharp lime and a little ginger make this a bright alternative to chocolate-based recovery drinks. Skyr gives it a thick, creamy texture without protein powder, while milk helps it blend into something you can comfortably sip rather than spoon.
It works particularly well after training when you want something cold before your next meal. The protein contributes towards your daily intake, and the fruit and milk provide carbohydrate. Your wider recovery needs still depend on the session and the rest of your food that day; this is a useful component, not a complete fuelling plan.
+Can I replace the skyr with Greek yoghurt?
+Can I make this smoothie ahead?
+Can I freeze it or use fresh mango?
Ingredients
Makes 1 large smoothie
Equipment
Blender suitable for frozen fruit · Digital kitchen scales · Measuring jug · Fine grater · Large glass or sealable bottle
Method
- 1
Prepare the flavourings
Finely grate the peeled ginger and measure out the lime juice, removing any pips.
Tip: Grating the ginger first helps prevent fibrous pieces in the finished drink.
- 2
Load the blender
Pour the milk into the blender jug, then add the skyr, mango, lime juice and grated ginger.
Tip: Liquid at the bottom helps the blades circulate the thicker ingredients.
- 3
Blend until smooth
Secure the lid and blend for 45–60 seconds, or until no mango pieces remain.
Tip: If the mixture stops circulating, switch off the blender before scraping down the sides.
- 4
Adjust and serve
Add the cold water, blend for another 10 seconds and pour into a large glass or chilled bottle.
Tip: For a thicker smoothie, add the water gradually and stop when it reaches your preferred consistency.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 320 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 33 g |
| Carbohydrate | 39 g |
| of which sugars | 37 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| of which saturates | 1.8 g |
| Fibre | 2.6 g |
| Salt | 0.3 g |
Estimated from typical ingredient values. Brands and portion sizes will change the numbers.
Tips & swaps
- What if the blender struggles? Let the frozen mango soften briefly before blending, following your blender manufacturer's guidance for frozen ingredients.
- How should you use the nutrition figures? They are estimates per full serving using standard UK food composition values and typical plain skyr values. Brands and mango ripeness will affect the result.
- Does it need sweetener? Taste it first. Ripe mango supplies sweetness, and adding more lime is a useful way to sharpen the flavour without adding sugar.
- How should you scale the session? If fatigue compromises technique, reduce running intervals to an easy jog and replace burpee broad jumps with step-back burpees without the jump. Stop training for dizziness, chest pain or sharp pain rather than trying to push through.
Storage
Best freshly blended. Alternatively, refrigerate immediately in a sealed container at 5°C or below and consume within 24 hours. Shake before drinking. Freeze for up to one month, defrost in the fridge and consume within 24 hours of defrosting; do not refreeze.
