St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner and I know lots of people LOVE that seasonal Shamrock Shake. Well how about making a healthier version of it with real ingredients. Try this Mint Chocolate Shamrock Smoothie on for size. If you have a love for all things mint chocolate, you may also like my homemade Junior Mints or my Mint Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites.
This recipe comes from Green Blender. If you haven’t heard of them, let me tell you a bit. They are a pretty awesome company.
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More than just ingredients
Their recipes are more than just a list of ingredients, but a course in micro-biology. As you blend, you’ll learn how our carefully crafted smoothies will nourish your body and mind.
Drink it
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Reasons why you should choose Green Blender
- Helps cut down on food costs (produce spoils less, since they pre-measure it for you)
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- Helps you increase your greens intake will sipping on a sweet treat
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Mint Chocolate Shamrock Smoothie
The perfect St. Patrick's Day smoothie!
Ingredients
- 2 handfuls baby spinach
- 1 1/4 cup water
- 1 banana, peeled
- 1/2 an avocado, pitted
- 6 sprigs of mint
- 2 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup ice
- 2 T cacao nibs
Instructions
- In a blender, add the water and spinach. Blend until everything has turned to liquid. Then, add the remaining ingredients, except the cacao nibs, and blend until smooth.
- Lastly, add the cacao nibs and pulse a few times so they get evenly distributed.
- Pour and serve.
Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by Green Blender, but all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that I love!
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