Description
This Shamrock Smoothie is a vibrant and nutritious blend of spinach, banana, and creamy yogurt, enhanced with a hint of peppermint. Perfect for a refreshing breakfast or snack, its both healthy and satisfying, making it a delightful green treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds for added nutrition
- Optional: Whipped cream for topping
- Optional: Green food coloring for a vibrant look
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients for easy access.
- Rinse the fresh spinach leaves under cold water and pat dry.
- Peel the banana and break it into smaller chunks.
- Measure out chia seeds or flaxseeds if using.
- Add the spinach leaves to the blender first.
- Add the banana pieces.
- Pour in the almond milk.
- Add the Greek yogurt.
- Drizzle in honey or maple syrup, adjusting to taste.
- Add vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Toss in chia seeds or flaxseeds if using.
- Add the ice cubes.
- Secure the lid and blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high until smooth (30-60 seconds).
- Check consistency; add more almond milk if too thick and blend again.
- For color, add green food coloring and blend briefly.
- Taste the smoothie; adjust sweetness or mint flavor as desired.
- Pour into a glass or bowl.
- Top with whipped cream if desired.
- Garnish with chia seeds, crushed nuts, or a mint leaf.
- Enjoy with a straw or spoon!
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with different fruits or add protein powder for an extra boost.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes