Vanilla Mint Protein Smoothie

A vanilla mint protein smoothie. It’s simple and delicious, very refreshing and nutritious. Fresh mint, a good vanilla protein powder, and just a couple of other pantry staples create a perfect meal or snack.

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I’ve been on a big protein smoothie kick. It’s a midday treat and pick me up that I look forward to almost every day. The base for this kind of smoothie is simple; vanilla protein, this is my favorite, spinach (any green you like to use works) some kind of milk, I like almond milk, and a little more flavor. Cinnamon, vanilla, and in this case fresh mint, help give it that extra pop. Iq also love adding chia seeds or flax seeds, often both.

I’m not going to lead you on and protest this is a healthy shamrock shake because it’s not. There really is no healthy with that shake. It’s LOADED with carbs and sugar. The base is ice cream with artificial flavorings added. However, this is minty, refreshing, green, and can totally be festive for St. Patty’s. I also add a little sprinkle of these crushed double chocolate cookies on top. While I prefer Simple Mills for their ingredients, you can use whatever you like! An oreo type cookie or chocolate graham cracker is a good idea.

Ingredients needed for the Protein Smoothie

• Vanilla protein powder
• Milk of choice – I like a neutral tasting one like almond milk
• Spinach
• Fresh mint
• Chia seeds
• Optional chocolate cookies or oreo types
• Ice

How to make a Vanilla Mint Protein Smoothie

• Place all the ingredients except the cookies in the blender, with the milk at the bottom. I recommend using a high speed blender
• Blen until smoothie. Pour and top with cookies

Why we love this recipe…

• Protein packed to keep you full and satisfied
• A good serving of veggies with 2 large handfuls of spinach
• Low in sugar. I don’t use banana or any other fruit in this smoothie (though you can if you like) which helps keep this low in sugar to keep blood sugar balanced.
• Simple ingredients that make a yummy treat or snack. Helps crowd out sugar cravings later in the day

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Tips for the Vanilla Mint Protein Smoothie

• Use a good protein powder. I love this one because it’s delicious and doesn’t taste artificially sweet.
• Fresh mint is delicious in this but mint or peppermint extract can be used too. Just a little drop goes a long way.
• We add the crushed cookies for a fun twist but it definitely doenst need it.
• I don’t often add any fruit like banana to keep it lower in sugar, but if you want, it’s defnitley a good addition. Frozen banana makes it creamy and sweeter.

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