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Thai Mango Smoothie with Basil Seeds
If you love tropical drinks with a refreshing twist, you’ll want to try this Thai Mango Smoothie with Basil Seeds. It’s creamy, naturally dairy-free, and bursting with sweet mango flavor.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 5 min
- Yield
- 3 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 tablespoons Thai basil seeds (or chia seeds), soaked
- 2 cups ripe mango, peeled and cubed (about 10–12 oz mango meat)
- 1 1/4 cup oat milk (or any milk of choice- coconut milk is particularly Thai, and use full-fat for creamy texture, or light if preferred)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey, agave syrup, or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 small handful Thai basil leaves (or substitute fresh mint)
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1/2 cup crushed ice (more for a thicker smoothie)
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon grated ginger or galangal
- Garnish: extra soaked basil seeds, Thai basil or mint leaves, toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- 1
Soak the Thai basil seeds in 1/4 cup of water for about 5 minutes until they puff up with a jelly-like coating.
- 2
In a blender, combine mango, oat milk, ice, honey, lime juice, Thai basil, salt, and half of the soaked basil seeds. Blend until smooth and creamy. If using other herbs like mint, ginger, or galangal, add them here.
- 3
Gently stir in the rest of the soaked basil seeds. Avoid blending them at this point to keep the fun texture. Pour into glasses, garnish, and enjoy!