So we were on holidays a couple of weeks ago and my parents took the whole family on an Eastern Caribbean cruise.
My husband and I had been on one other cruise together, a Mediterranean cruise, and I really enjoyed it. Mostly, I enjoyed being able to eat whatever I want, almost whenever I want, and as much as I want.
I mean that’s, really what vacation is all about, right? The food?
Anyways. I guess I enjoyed myself a little much.
Being pregnant, I am supposed to gain about a pound a week. I always aim to stay pretty close to that, because otherwise when the baby comes out I find out how much was really chips and ice cream. And I can eat a lot of chips and ice cream these days.
So let’s just say I was a little bit over my goal. My pregnant body lets nothing slide.
And, again, I’m not into crazy diets or extreme measures, but I figured it’d probably be good for me if I try to balance out the hundreds of pieces of cake, bowls of ice cream, burgers and fries with a little extra produce now that I’m home and don’t have someone who’s going to make me 6 different kinds of chocolate cake to try every day.
I enjoy baking, but it’s summer. And I’m lazy.
So I found some frozen fruit on sale and decided to stock up to use it in drinks and smoothies. My blender and my slow cooker are tied for Favourite Summer Appliance. I love icy drinks.
I usually go for a homemade frappucino of some sort, but I drank a little extra coffee this morning to gear up for Potty Training Day #2 (which is a whole other story) and I’m also supposed to be limiting my caffeine intake…
I know you’re all like, “Woman, this is hardly a recipe. There are 3 ingredients, only 2 of which really count, and the other 2 can be swapped out for just about anything.”
It’s true. But I’ve never made anything like this before. And it’s fizzy, icy, fruity refreshment. And it’s summer. And if you use diet soda or sugar-free juice, it’s under 100 calories. So here it is.
Mango Slush
written by Ashley Fehr
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mango
- 1 cup lemon lime soda diet or regular
- 1/2 cup ice
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
- Yep. That’s it.
Notes
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Crystal Malcom says
What if I don’t have lemon juice or soda? I don’t like sour limey things. Can I swap for something else that will still make a great mango slushie?
Ashley Fehr says
You could use club soda or sparking water or juice
Jocelyn@Brucrewlife says
This is totally a recipe in my book!! 😉 It sounds like a delightful drink!
Ashley says
Haha, thanks Jocelyn!
Jodee Weiland says
So refreshing and so easy to do…great idea! This looks delicious…thanks for sharing!
Jen @ Yummy Healthy Easy says
Oh baby. This is calling my name!! I have to make this – pinned!
Ashley says
Thanks Jen! Anything cold and fruity is up my ally this time of year!
Kimberlee says
I just bought some frozen mango the other day and we have a soda stream machine – looking forward to trying this – sounds like a great summer drink.
Ashley says
Thanks Kimberlee! Let me know how you like it!
Kelly says
This looks fantastic Ashley! I love mango and would not be able to resist a big tall glass of this slush 🙂 Congrats on your pregnancy, that’s so exciting 🙂
Ashley says
Thanks Kelly! It is exciting!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
Anything with mango is a big win! I would love a big glass of this slush because it looks incredible!
Ashley says
Thanks Ashley! Anything icy and fizzy is a big win here lately 🙂
Mallory @ Chocolate with Grace says
You nailed it with this recipe! Frozen summer drinks that are super easy are my favorite. Oh, and mangoes happen to be one of my favorites too!
Ashley says
I rarely have mango, but I bought a bag of frozen and it’s so perfect for frozen drinks!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
Mango is delicious, definitely my favorite fruit, and this looks so refreshing!
Ashley says
Thanks Medha! It’s hardly a recipe, but I had to share it anyways 🙂