Vegan Mint Shamrock Shake
Make a St. Patrick's Day treat with our Vegan Mint Shamrock Shake. It's a refreshing, dairy-free delight that's as healthy as it is delicious. This vibrant green smoothie is packed with nutritious ingredients like spinach and bananas, making it a guilt-free indulgence you can enjoy any time of the year. With its minty green color and taste, it's the perfect way to celebrate the holiday in style. Plus, with just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this quick and easy shake in no time. Say goodbye to the drive-thru (with preservatives and dyes) and hello to a healthier, homemade alternative that's sure to become a new favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, frozen
- 1 cup spinach leaves, fresh
- 5 - 7 fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 -2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup, to taste
- vegan chocolate chips, or whip cream, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the frozen bananas, fresh spinach leaves, almond milk, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and maple syrup/agave syrup in a blender.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure everything is well combined.
- Taste the shake and adjust the sweetness or mint flavor as desired by adding more maple syrup/agave syrup or peppermint extract.
- Once you've reached your desired consistency and flavor, pour the shake into glasses.
- If desired, top each shake with vegan whipped cream and a sprinkle of vegan chocolate chips for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Vegan Shamrock Shake!
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding more spinach for a greener color or adjusting the sweetness to suit your taste preferences. It's a perfect treat for St. Patrick's Day or any time you're craving a refreshing minty drink!