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" Jamba Juice at Home" Lime It Up! Smoothie

Jamba Juice, ABC7.. same drill. Note you can use sherbet instead of sorbet. The limeade is from the frozen juice isle with the OJ and Lemonade.

5.0 · 1 reviewsRecipe card by drhousespcatcherEditorial by recipesvibrant · Updated October 15, 2026
BeveragesFruitVegan< 15 MinsEasy
" Jamba Juice at Home" Lime It Up! Smoothie

Total time

10 min

Servings

3

Calories

286.6

Category

Smoothies

The 'Lime It Up!' smoothie recreates that signature zesty Jamba Juice magic right in your own kitchen. This vibrant, citrus-forward blend is perfect for anyone craving a frosty, tropical pick-me-up that hits the spot in under ten minutes.

Ingredients

Makes 3 servings

  • 1 frozen limeade concentrate
  • 1 mango
  • 1/2 strawberry

Method

  1. Pour the limeade mix in the blender.

  2. Add the strawberries, mangoes, sherbet/sorbet and ice cubes.

  3. Blend until you have a smooth consistency.

  4. Pour into glass and drink up.

Cook's notes

  • Keep your limeade concentrate partially thawed for a few minutes before blending to ensure it integrates smoothly without leaving icy chunks.
  • Use a high-speed blender to break down the fibrous mango chunks, ensuring the final texture is velvety rather than grainy.
  • If your smoothie feels too thin, increase the ice-to-fruit ratio rather than adding more liquid to maintain that thick, scoopable consistency.
  • Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for five minutes before pouring to keep the limeade base from melting too quickly.

Easy swaps

  • Instead of frozen limeade concentrate, use fresh lime juice and agaveUse 1/4 cup fresh lime juice with a tablespoon of agave to control the sweetness levels more precisely.
  • Instead of mango, use frozen pineapplePineapple maintains the acidic, tropical profile while providing a similar thick, pulpy consistency.
  • Instead of strawberry, use raspberriesRaspberries offer a sharper tartness that complements the citrus base better than the sweetness of strawberries.
  • Instead of ice cubes, use coconut water ice cubesFreezing coconut water into cubes adds a subtle, electrolyte-rich sweetness to the blend.

Frequently asked

Does this recipe require a specific type of blender?

While a standard blender works, a high-speed blender is recommended to ensure the mango is completely pulverized for a smooth texture.

Can I make this smoothie ahead of time?

Smoothies featuring frozen concentrates and ice lose their texture rapidly; it is best to prepare this right before serving.

Is there a way to make this less tart?

Yes, simply add a half-banana to the blender, which balances the sharp acidity of the limeade with natural creaminess.

How do I ensure I get that 'Jamba' thick consistency?

The secret is using fully frozen mango and adding the ice only at the very end, blending on the lowest setting until just combined.

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