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Dairy-Free Mint Chocolate Smoothie (Shamrock Shake!)

03/14/2017 by fitasamamabear

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Thick, creamy, and made with fresh ingredients, this mint chocolate smoothie can be breakfast or dessert! Packed with protein and based on the popular Shamrock shake this healthy mint smoothie uses real mint and is swirled with homemade chocolate sauce to give you the best of both worlds.

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Green mint smoothie topped with fresh mint and chocolate chips with two blue straws and a hand holding the glass this …

A mint chocolate smoothie that uses fresh mint!

This mint chocolate chip smoothie is the perfect blend of a healthy snack and an indulgent dessert.

And just because it’s a green smoothie doesn’t mean it needs to taste bland or boring. If you’re making some healthier snack choices this year, you might as well still enjoy them!

As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I love that this mint chocolate smoothie gives you all the nutrients of a traditional green shake with all the sweetness of a chocolate treat. Plus you'll be taking in 19 grams of protein!

Ingredients You Need

The mint chocolate smoothie gets its green color from a blend of fresh spinach, mint, and avocado.

However, it has a few more ingredients to help take it up from a plain green smoothie to an awesome one.

Frozen Banana: frozen banana is one of the items that make smoothies creamy (learn more about how to build the BEST smoothie). And though fresh is awesome and will work, frozen banana give the mint chocolate smoothie more of an ice cream-like consistency.

Almond Butter: adding a bit more healthy fats into the mix. Any nut butter will work but almond butter tends to not affect the indulgent flavor of the smoothie.

Maple Syrup: because this mint chocolate smoothie is protein powder-free, it needs a tiny bit of sweetness added.

Almond milk: opt for unsweetened almond milk as you don't needed the added sugar with the chocolate syrup! Keep in mind homemade almond milk or creamy, dreamy hemp milk work just as well.

Collagen powder: you can boost the protein intake of the smoothie by adding in a scoop of collagen powder. It’s also a great way to give your gut some love.

How To Make The Mint Chocolate Smoothie

  1. Whisk up the chocolate sauce until no clumps remain. Set aside.
  2. Place all ingredients for the smoothie (except the chocolate chips) into a powerful blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Place ¼ of the chocolate sauce into each glass and swirl it around. Divide the mint chocolate smoothie into the glasses.
  4. Top with the remaining chocolate sauce.

 

Topping The Smoothie

In general, my personal preference is a drizzle of chocolate sauce along with mini chocolate chips.

However, adding on some homemade coconut whip cream is blissful too!

And if you're using this mint chocolate smoothie to celebrate Saint Patricks Day, it does taste rather delicious with a shot of Kahlua as well 😉 … for moms only of course.

Choosing Collagen Powder

It’s no surprise that this protien smoothie is made with collagen powder!

All the protein without the bloat.

I use collagen powder for amping up protein and boosting gut health.

Learn about the difference between collagen and bone broth as how to increase protein intake.

Honestly, as a busy mom collagen powder just makes it easy to eat more protein and not feel like I’m living off chicken and eggs.

And more protein means more energy, more natural beauty, and feeling your BEST.

Plus, in recipes like this, you can sneak protein into your kids as it’s one of the purest sources.

I grab my collagen from Perfect Supplements because they source their collagen from pasture-raised (grass-fed) cows. So, I trust it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mint Chocolate Smoothies

What is the healthiest liquid to put in a smoothie?

Any liquid can be used in the mint chocolate recipe (milk, water, coconut water, plant-based milk, juice, etc). If you want to keep your chocolate mint smoothie lower in calories, opt for water or coconut water. If you want to make your smoothie extra creamy, plant-based milk is a great option.

Is the mint chocolate smoothie a good meal replacement?

Since your body does still need fuel, any smoothie that replaces a meal should be low in processed sugar and higher in protein to help keep you full.

Can you put herbs in smoothies?

Herbs are a great way to flavor smoothies and improve your digestion. You can experiment using any fresh herbs that you like so long as you start small. Most people enjoy mint or basil in small amounts. So, a mint chocolate smoothie containing those herbs is a great place to begin.

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Easy Mint Smoothie (Dairy & Gluten-Free, Paleo)

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Creamy and indulgent but healthy! This mint chocolate chip smoothie uses the real herb paired with healthy fats and bananas to bring its satisfying flavor.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
5 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course Drinks, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 351 kcal

Equipment

  • High powered blender

Ingredients
  

2 Ingredient Chocolate Sauce

  • 1 teaspoon cacao powder
  • 2 teaspoon maple syrup

Ingredients In The Chocolate Mint Green Smoothie

  • 1 frozen banana
  • 2 handfuls spinach
  • 1 tbs almond butter
  • ¼ avocado
  • ½ cup mint fresh
  • ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 tbs maple syrup
  • 3-4 ice cubes
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
  • ⅛ cup collagen powder

Instructions
 

  • Whisk up the chocolate sauce until no clumps remain. Set aside.
  • Place all ingredients for the smoothie (except the chocolate chips) into a powerful blender and blend until smooth and creamy
  • Place ¼ of the chocolate sauce into each glass and swirl it around. Divide the chocolate mint smoothie into the glasses.
  • Top with the remaining chocolate sauce.

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Notes

  • Toppings for the smoothie are not included but protein granola or coconut whip cream are pretty tasty!
  • Though you can use fresh banana for the chocolate mint smoothie, frozen banana will work better.
  • Opt for unsweetened almond milk for the recipe as you don't need the extra sugar in the mint chocolate smoothie (I promise!).
  • Coconut milk from a can is a great addition to the top of the smoothie.
Disclaimer:

Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"

Nutrition

Calories: 351kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 19gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 253mgPotassium: 671mgFiber: 7gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 3399IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 280mgIron: 2mg
Keyword green smoothie, mint chocolate chip, st patricks day
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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 fresh ingredients!

Furthermore, it's a healthy indulgence for Saint Patricks Day, this homemade shamrock shake is green and kid-approved!

Shelby aka Mama Bear

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Meet Shelby – a Certified Strength Coach who has spent the last 10 years teaching women how to show up for their goals.

Her website, Fitasamamabear.com is a crucial resource for busy moms who need help making fitness and healthy living practical.

Learn how an everyday smoker and fast food junkie turned into a super fit mom of 3. If you want to send Shelby a message, visit her contact page.

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  1. Emily | Crunchy Mama Science

    March 15, 2017 at 1:27 am

    Yay! I'm making this tomorrow!

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    • fitasamamabear

      March 15, 2017 at 5:14 pm

      It's super tasty!

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