Mango Smoothie Chia Pudding! Smoothie marries pudding with this delicious recipe. A fun way to top boring chia pudding with a mango strawberry flavored smoothie. Perfect make-a-head for breakfasts or healthy snacks! Vegan + Gluten Free + Low Calorie
Welcome to Monday, more random thoughts and another delicious recipe! You may just want to jump to the ingredients of this recipe so you can make it then come back to read my ramblings. I won’t hold it against you. This one’s pretty amazing. If I do say so myself.
Now for a tibia fracture update. Last week I saw the doctor for a 4 week check up. The x-rays showed a lot of healing in there. Remember when I was worried it wasn’t fusing? That was a relief!
P.S. I also had an ACL sprain with the accident. I didn’t even know you could sprain an ACL?
After revisiting the injuries, came the discussion that I need to stay on crutches another 8 weeks. I am told that due to the location of the fracture (right below the knee) putting weight on it too soon will cause it to compress.
I was also told that by week 8, I could start walking on it but the full 12 weeks is what “clinical studies” recommend. I expect to be walking sooner than what the clinical studies state because I am using a bone stimulator.
Somehow I went to the appointment feeling as if I had met a major milestone of 4 weeks and that I would be walking soon yet, I felt defeated. I expected the doctor to say I can put some weight on it, at least a few hours a day.
The thought of not walking for another 8 weeks then one day just letting go of the crutches and walking does not seem right for my body. I know it will be too shocking to have that sudden pressure on my bones.
My body needs to gradually get used to the weight. I also know from my previous injury that my bad hip will not work if I do not walk before 12 weeks. I
can’t even bear to think of the pain I’m going to have in that joint once I’m able to fully use it again. My doctor did not know how to respond to all that.
Unfortunately, doctors only look at one part of the body and treat it instead of looking at everything as a whole. Everything is about clinical studies, but those studies are isolated to one ailment.
I am seeing a hip surgeon later this week to find out if there’s something (noninvasive) that can be done to make the joint more stable. A weak tree trunk makes weak limbs.
Once I see the surgeon, I’ll have more knowledge and can about through the right path for me. I know I can only rely on doctors for the facts then it’s up to me to determine what to do with it.
You really have to be your own advocate in this mad web of health care.
For now, I’ll keep resting and feeding my body nutritious food to help it recover. This Mango Smoothie Chia Pudding was one my body sure did love.
I really wish I could share it with you right. Everyone deserves a taste, but since I cannot I ask you imagine I am handing you a spoonful of this goodness through the screen right now!
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Mango Smoothie Chia Pudding
Mango Smoothie Chia Pudding! Smoothie marries pudding with this delicious recipe. A fun way to top boring chia pudding with a mango strawberry flavored smoothie. Perfect make-a-head for breakfasts or healthy snacks! Vegan + Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Ingredients
For the smoothie:
- 1/2 banana frozen
- 3/4 cup mango frozen
- 1 orange peeled
- 2 strawberries
For the pudding:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
Instructions
Prepare the pudding by mixing the milk and chia seeds together in a jar or bowl and let it refrigerate a minimum of 30 minutes to thicken.
Then blend all ingredients for the smoothie together. Layer the smoothie on top of the chia pudding, top with more fruit, shredded coconut as desired and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
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Keep doing what you’re doing because even though it’s slow progress is happening! Glad to be back, Megan this recipes looks incredible and too simple not to try 🙂
Thanks Michele! I needed that reminder today.
I wish you lived in Chicago (for many reasons) but in this case so that I could send you to Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and then to React Physical Therapy. In both cases, the doctors and therapists I’ve found look at the comprehensive system. I think the world of both of them!
I think the doctors in Phoenix are so overwhelmed by the shear amount of people here that they cannot care for people they way they should. I’ve been fighting just to get my medical records for weeks and cannot get what I need from doctors. It’s so frustrating! If you know anyone in Phoenix, please let me know.
You are healing! It is hard to see that sometimes because it feels so slow but hang in there friend. keep cooking because this looks fabulous! Thanks for linking up with us for Meatless Monday
It is very hard to see you are healing. All I keep thinking is I have 8 more weeks of crutches and then months of therapy. I’m taking it day by day, but it still feels overwhelming.
Keep your head up & try to rest as much as possible. I know it’s hard to soak in what you don’t want to hear, but I think you are in good hands. I remember when I was little I broke my arm THREE times in ONE year (7 times total). I remember crying in the orthopedic room hearing that I had to wear my cast for another month or so. It sucks.. but with more time things will smooth out.
Three times? That sounds horrible Jessie! I am trying to rest, in fact, I just woke up from my afternoon nap. Lately it’s been impossible with my appointments and all the phone calls. I wonder how people who are severely ill take care of those things.
Although progress is slow, I’m so happy to hear that your healing! I love this recipe… mango is so refreshing!! I’m all about smoothies for recovery – that and red velvet cake (because it makes me happy) haha.
I think any kind of cake makes me happy!
Seems I have a lot to read up on. Looks like you have had another tough few weeks with injuries, sorry to hear that my friend, but sounds like you are doing the right thing, and this smoothie gives you lots of goodies that will help you heal up faster! Sending love your way! Thanks for linking up 🙂
Oh yes, I was in a car accident in July & broke my tibia (right below the knee) while you were away. I really did not need another injury. 🙁
How adorable is this little chia pudding!! Chia is one thing I have been lazy to try since all best intentions. When I get to it, I’ll be starting with one of your recipes! Also, I’m really happy to hear there is some good news on the health front. Onward, and upward!
You really must try chia Jill, it’s fantastic for adding to muffins. 🙂
Glad to hear you’re making progress! You’re so mentally strong still even though this must be terrible to have to deal with! This recipe looks great especially since I’m on the hunt for quick, easy, dorm room friendly recipes! I even have almost all these ingredients already!
I do feel like my life is a bit of a battle lately. Right now I’m just taking it day by day. This recipe is perfect for a dorm room! Nice way to stay healthy too.
i know you are frustrated but i admire you outlook. and things will heal slowly. You are doing everything you can. included the nourishment. wow, this is gorgeous! pinned!
When one thing heals, something else breaks so I never know if I can trust my body. Glad you like the smoothie. xoxo
I am glad you are healing, even if it’s slower than you would like. I cannot imagine how frustrated you must feel right now! Why doesn’t the medical community look at patients as a whole instead of just an ailment at a time (as you said)?
I love the layer combination of this pudding/smoothie! It’s so pretty!
I really do not understand what is going on with health care, but I can’t be the only person having these problems. In the meantime, we enjoy good food!
this sounds so good and refreshing yum! 🙂
Thanks Rachel!
Oh Megan, I hope this injury heals soon. You’re going through some trying times lately, and there’s got to be light at the end of the tunnel. Advocate for you! And thanks for sharing this delightful recipe. 🙂
Thanks friend, I appreciate the support. I need all I can get right now!
I love the layering! This looks so delicious (and pretty!)
I love mixing foods obviously. Thanks Dani!
Such a fun chia pudding!
Thank you Rebecca!
I feel like your my twin. We both have tibial stress fractures ( mine is healing- but I’m still not running or feeling myself) and I relate to every comment you put on my blog. Always nodding my head in agreement. Today I was unable to eat because of a TMJ flare up (yes, I know, I sound like a utter train wreak) what next? I hate even saying these things out loud! Anyway, I made a chocolate smoothie recipe with my Vega since I can’t chew right now.. so yummy and I now I want to make this– looks SO good! I love mango’s and putting it on top of chia pudding is brilliant.
I feel the same about us being twins. Everything you write I can relate to (sans kids). I feel like the world is sucking the life out of me. It feels chaotic. I want everything to stop. Cooking and working out is my escape. I think you reach a point when you have a choice. You either keep doing what you’re doing and accept it or make a change. Glad you’re putting the Vega to good use!
Wow. This is really beautiful and I can only imagine how tasty it must be! I have a huge bag of chia seed that I need to dig into and this would be a perfect opportunity! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Jessica, I hope you love it!
HUGS HUGS HUGS!!!!!
Your food is always amazing!!!!!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you sweet Jody!
This looks gorgeous and delicious! Perfect for a summer evening. Thanks for sharing on the Full Plate Thursday link up 🙂
Thank you!
What a special treat, I can’t wait to try this! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and have a great week!
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