The first step to making excellent mango juice is rinsing the Alphonso mangoes and placing them in the refrigerator for several hours so that the fruit is chilled. This way, you won’t have to add ice and potentially water down your drink. Next, peel the mangoes. After discarding the peel, cut the fruit into small pieces. Place the mango pieces into the blender and puree the fruit completely. If it’s not quite cold enough, add a few ice cubes and blend the mixture again or serve on the rocks. Mango juice has a vibrant orange color so serving it in tall, clear glasses makes for a bright addition to any meal.

Traditionally, Alphonso mango juice or mango lassi (a yogurt and mango smoothie) is served with Indian cuisine, but it’s great for a snack on its own. Mango juice is a really healthy way to incorporate more fruit into your diet and get your daily intake of vitamin C. Give it a go, and let us know what you think!

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Most kids love the flavor of a Strawberry Banana Smoothie, but you can start with almost any of your family’s favorite fresh fruits. Kiwis, oranges, and pineapple are all wonderful options and are packed with essential vitamins and nutrients. Try to keep the recipe simple—the best part about making smoothies is that even the youngest family members can participate!

When it’s time to blend everything together, help your little ones slowly add in the pieces of fruit, the crushed ice, and the frozen yogurt. Then hold down the blender and let them know that they can press the button! Your kids will get a rush of excitement from seeing everything blend together into a soft, delicious smoothie. Then, get your kids to make suggestions about the next week’s smoothie flavor.

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