Bathing suit season is quickly approaching and I’m not as ready to put one on as I should be.  So, I decided that I need to start my day off with something a bit healthier and lighter, plus work out (does walking my dogs count as working out?).




My mornings are going to be brighter with mango and honey smoothies. Smoothies are a great way to start your day because they are energizing and filling.  Mangos are a perfect fruit for making smoothies sweeter, and using honey helps to cut down on your sugar intake.

On weekdays, I don’t have a lot of time to fuss with making breakfast, so I freeze freshly cut fruit in small containers for quick smoothies. Use less ice if using frozen fruit.  Smoothies are really easy to make and super delicious.  They make a great breakfast to go.  I can drink my smoothie during my morning drive to work.

Now that I have a lighter and healthier breakfast plan, my next step is lunch.  Any suggestions?  I would like to know what you do to get bathing suit ready?

Mango + Honey Smoothie
Adapted from Homemade, by Clodagh McKenna
Serving: 1 or 2 in smaller glasses

For the smoothie:
1 cup fresh mango, peeled and cubed - link to How to Cut a Mango
½ banana, peeled and sliced
1 heaping tablespoon honey
¾ cup plain yogurt
1cup ice

Place all of the ingredients (add ice last) in a blinder and puree until smooth. Pour into a large glass for 1 serving to 2 smaller glasses. Garnish with additional fruit pieces, mint, and a straw.

Calories from Fat 26           
% Daily Value*           
Total Fat 2.9g            
Saturated Fat 2.0g            
Cholesterol 11mg            
Sodium 133mg            
Total Carbohydrates 71.8g
Dietary Fiber 4.5g           
Sugars 61.8g           
Protein 12.0g           
           
Vitamin A 28%•Vitamin C 87%Calcium 36%•Iron 3%           
Nutrition Grade A           
* Based on a 2000 calorie diet

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