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    Mango Coconut Yogurt Smoothie

    Published: Jun 2, 2014 by Coleen Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

    Mango Coconut Yogurt Smoothie by The Redhead Baker

    Sorry to start this post off on a somber note, but today is the one-year anniversary of the loss of my baby.

    We never did find out why my water broke just 19 weeks into the pregnancy. According to the autopsy and genetic testing, the baby was a perfectly healthy little boy. We named him Benjamin David. If he had been born around the time he was due (October 26th), he'd be 8 months old now.

    The grief is not as profound as it was a year ago, but I still think of my son often. It still bothers me that I'll never know why it happened. I still struggle to answer the seemingly simple question, "How many kids do you have?" On the up side, with help, I was able to work through the feelings of guilt, that I somehow caused the loss; and I don't feel guilty about smiling, laughing, and having fun, about moving on. I'll never be "over it," but I don't need to be in mourning for the rest of my life.

    Benjamin-David

    Benjamin's big brother Liam is 2.5 years old now, and like most toddlers, he can be a picky eater. I never have a problem getting him to eat fruit or dairy, but vegetables and protein is another story.

    This yogurt smoothie is one of the ways I sneak protein into him. I use Greek-style yogurt in the smoothie, which has more than twice the amount of protein (18g per cup vs. 8 g per cup) as his favorite "regular" yogurt.

    Mango Coconut Yogurt Smoothie by The Redhead Baker

    You can use any type of blending appliance to make this smoothie: blender, immersion blender, probably even a food processor.

    Use the ripest mango you can find β€” if your mango is underripe, your smoothie won't be, well, smooth. It will feel gritty.

    Mango Coconut Yogurt Smoothie by The Redhead Baker

    Mango Coconut Yogurt Smoothie

    A Redhead Baker original

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup vanilla-flavored Greek-style yogurt
    • 1 cup coconut milk
    • 1 very ripe mango, peeled and diced
    • 1 tablespoon sugar, if needed

    Directions

    1. Place the Greek yogurt, coconut milk and diced mango in a blender or food processor (or a tall container, if using an immersion blender).
    2. Process until the mango is pureed and all ingredients are well-combined.
    3. Taste the smoothie. Add sugar to taste, if needed, and process another five seconds.

    Yield:Β 2 (8-ounce) smoothies

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    Comments

    1. Eva @ Eva Bakes says

      June 02, 2014 at 8:45 am

      {{ HUGS }}

      Reply
    2. Becca from ItsYummi! says

      June 02, 2014 at 9:52 am

      I'm so very sorry for your loss, Coleen. There's never an easy answer, or even an appropriate answer, for why God allows such loss. I suffered 3 miscarriages, and all I can say is that each and every one was an opportunity for me to draw closer to God.
      "Sometimes He calms the storm with a whisper, "peace be still"... He can settle any sea, but that doesn't mean He will. Sometimes He calms the storm, and other times, He calms His child." ~ Scott Krippayne.
      There's a beautiful video, if you're interested in hearing the whole song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ti1SULYteI

      Reply
    3. Colleen (Souffle Bombay) says

      June 02, 2014 at 9:22 pm

      I am so sorry for your loss, I hope you are comforted in the belief that a little angel watches over you and your family (Hug). Your smoothie looks perfect.

      Reply
    4. Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says

      June 02, 2014 at 9:43 pm

      I'm so sorry for your loss!!! That's so sad πŸ™

      Reply
    5. christine says

      June 02, 2014 at 10:46 pm

      My son also is always up for dairy and fruit but not veggies. Smoothies are the only way I get any veggies in him. These flavors sound great, I may even throw a handful of spinach in, since he loves the green color

      Reply
    6. Nutmeg Nanny says

      June 02, 2014 at 10:53 pm

      I'm so sorry for your loss πŸ™

      Reply
    7. Jenn @ Deliciously Sprinkled says

      June 02, 2014 at 11:09 pm

      I love smoothies, I drink one every morning! I am always looking to try new smoothie recipes, and I can't wait to try this mango coconut yogurt smoothie! πŸ™‚

      Reply
    8. Amanda (The Kitcheneer) says

      June 03, 2014 at 5:49 am

      I am so sorry for your loss!! :*(!!!
      ( hugs)
      This smoothie looks great!

      Reply
    9. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

      June 03, 2014 at 7:41 am

      I'm sorry for your loss, Coleen. I never have the right words to say in situations like this but you are an amazing person. I wish I had your strength!

      And the smoothie is perfect. My daughter would drink it in a second and I already have the ingredients on our grocery list!

      Reply
    10. Marly says

      June 03, 2014 at 8:10 am

      Coconut and mango are so good together!

      Reply
    11. Sarah Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) says

      June 03, 2014 at 9:40 am

      I am so sorry for your loss. I don't know what the right words are, but my thoughts are with you.

      As for the smoothie, it looks delightful.

      Reply
    12. Paula - bell'alimento says

      June 03, 2014 at 4:15 pm

      that looks so refreshing. Grabbing my straw.

      Reply
    13. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

      June 03, 2014 at 4:29 pm

      I'd love to start my morning off with this smoothie!!

      Reply
    14. Jessica (Savory Experiments) says

      June 03, 2014 at 9:57 pm

      This sounds so refreshing- perfect for a summer afternoon!

      Reply
    15. Susan says

      June 04, 2014 at 7:54 am

      I'm so sorry Coleen, that is a loss that is never easy to get past.

      On a side note - What a lovely smoothie, great way to start on the morning.

      Reply
    16. Meredith at in sock monkey slippers says

      June 04, 2014 at 11:14 am

      I've lost too and can can understand what you're going through. I'm sorry for your loss.

      And yes, smoothies are fabulous and this one looks great!

      Reply

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