Chocolate Mint Green Smoothie-GF/V

Mint (or peppermint!) and chocolate go together in just about everything! Lip chaps, bath melts and of course smoothies! This chocolate mint green smoothie is both tasty and healthy. It contains delicious, real food ingredients that keeps it allergy-friendly (dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan) and it’s easy to whip up! Perfect to give your digestive system a boost and quench a craving! Smoothies, in general, are a staple in my house but green smoothies are a special favorite- I just love the color! And while I love using chlorella or spirulina (check out my favorite superfoods here) sometimes good old spinach hits the spot! Don’t want to read? JUMP to the recipe! One of the biggest reasons I love smoothies is that they’re a super simple way to get in a bunch of nutrients! On top of that, you can take them with you as you’re rushing out the door. For a busy mom- that’s key. This smoothie, however, is a little more “fancy” and makes a wonderfully refreshing treat!

  Chocolate (healthy, raw chocolate in the form of cacao powder) is always a win in my house so this chocolate mint green smoothie kind of hits all my favorite things 😀  With St. Patrick’s day coming up this week I wanted the perfect smoothie to both indulge in while boosting my nutrient intake- and this chocolate mint green smoothie does just that! This smoothie uses fresh mint leaves which are amazing at boosting your digestion, soothing inflammation and reducing headaches. Plus, it’s extremely refreshing making this shake ideal if you need a pick me up. My toddler is oddly obsessed with fresh mint (say what!?) and grabs handfuls of it out of the garden, so I always like to throw some into my smoothies. The other perk of this shake is that it’s perfectly suited for pregnant ladies! Specifically those in their first trimester. Bananas are great for electrolytes, magnesium and potassium but they’re major benefit? They help reduce nausea! Paired with the mint leaves, which are also used for upset tummies this green smoothie should be on frequent rotation for expecting mamas. And of course.. the chocolate-mint combo is a delicious one! This smoothie uses the fastest “chocolate sauce” you can make and gives the  smoothie a bit of chocolate goodness. And thanks to all the real food ingredients packed into this glass, this chocolate mint green smoothie is extremely allergy friendly. It’s dairy free, gluten free and vegan so it works well for almost everyone. Side note: if you are rocking this smoothie for St. Patrick’s Day, it does taste good with a shot of vodka or kahlua.. just sayin ?  

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2 Ingredient Chocolate Sauce

• 1 tsp raw cacao powder
• 2 tsp pure maple syrup

Ingredients In The Chocolate Mint Green Smoothie 

• 1 large banana frozen, (frozen is what makes the shake creamy and thick)
• 2 moderate handfuls of fresh baby spinach
• 1 tbs almond butter
• 1/4 small avocado
• 1/2 loosely packed fresh mint
• 1/8-1/4 tsp peppermint extract (optional if you don’t have mint or love an extra minty flavor)
• 1 tbs maple syrup
• 3-4 ice cubes
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup water

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Optional Add Ins

• Vegan Vanilla Protein Powder (making this an awesome post workout shake!)
• Raw cacao chips or enjoy life chocolate chips for topping!
• A shot of vodka or kahlua if you’re really celebrating ?

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

• Vitamix blender

How To Make Mint Chocolate Smoothie

Whisk up the chocolate sauce and set aside. Place all ingredients for the smoothie into a powerful blender and blend until smooth and creamy Pour into glasses and top with homemade chocolate sauce and then raw cacao chips or chocolate chips if desired!

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Mint Chocolate Green Smoothie

Stay hydrated, refreshed and indulge with this chocolate mint green smoothie! This gluten free, vegan smoothie is bursting with flavor and health

Prep Time 21 hours 52 minutes

Cook Time 21 hours 52 minutes

Servings 1 large or 2 small

Author Fit as a Mama Bear

Ingredients

2 Ingredient Chocolate Sauce

• 1 tsp raw cacao powder
• 2 tsp pure maple syrup

Ingredients In The Chocolate Mint Green Smoothie

• 1 large banana frozen (frozen is what makes the shake creamy and thick)
• 2 moderate handfuls of fresh baby spinach
• 1 tbs almond butter
• 1/4 small avocado
• 1/2 loosely packed fresh mint
• 1/8-1/4 tsp peppermint extract optional if you don't have mint or love an extra minty flavor
• 1 tbs maple syrup
• 3-4 ice cubes
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup water

Instructions

1. Whisk up the chocolate sauce and set aside. Place all ingredients for the smoothie into a powerful blender and blend until smooth and creamy
2. Pour into glasses and top with homemade chocolate sauce and then raw cacao chips or chocolate chips if desired!

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If you love chocolate peppermint as much as I do you’ll love this green smoothie. It’s tasty, simple and full of healthy nutrients! It’s perfect to enjoy on a warm day or of course, St. Patrick’s Day! It’ll keep you full, boost your nutrient intake and keep you refreshed all at once. Plus.. chocolate!