Refreshing Mint Chip Green Smoothie Recipe - Whole Food Plant-Based, Super Delicious

almond milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: water

Coconut milk adds creaminess while reducing calories.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

cacao nibs

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate syrup

Dark chocolate chips provide a similar flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla powder

Vanilla powder is more cost-effective.

Soak 2 medjool dates in hot water for about 10 minutes to soften, then drain the water.

Add the softened dates to the blender.

Add about 1 cup of frozen banana slices to the blender (or use fresh bananas and add an additional 1/2 cup of crushed ice).

Add 1 tablespoon of almond butter to the blender.

Add 2 tablespoons of vanilla plant-based protein powder to the blender (optional).

Add 1 cup of baby spinach to the blender.

Add 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves to the blender.

Pour in 1 cup of coconut water (or use plain water or plant-based milk).

Add 1/2 cup of crushed ice to the blender (or 1 cup if using fresh bananas).

Add 1 teaspoon of raw cacao nibs to the blender.

Put the lid on the blender and blend until smooth.

Pour the smoothie into a glass, sprinkle some more cacao nibs on top, and garnish with 2 fresh mint leaves.

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