This refreshing smoothie is a minty, cooling way to wake up, or cool down after a workout. Sometimes trying something new can add some flare to your day, and experimenting with fresh herbs will leave you feeling rejuvenated from natural healing straight from the earth.
Fresh mint can easily be grown in your garden, or you can find it in the produce section at your grocery store. It has tons of health benefits, including digestive health to soothe an upset tummy, it can boost brain function, boost the immune system and even relieve pain from breastfeeding and morning sickness nausea. Plus, mint has antibacterial properties which help freshen the breath, and even relieve acne because it contains salicylic acid!
Mint is an awesome herb to have on hand, and a great smoothie addition. Another healthy addition here is the Spirulina, which is a superfood that brings in all kinds of nutrients, including magnesium, iron and antioxidants. Seal the deal by throwing in some fresh spinach to get your extra veggies for the day. Don’t worry, you won't be able to taste the spinach as it will be hidden by the chocolatey protein and the mint flavors.
This recipe contains the velvety chocolate flavor of TRU’s Natural Chocolate Cream Protein. 20 grams of protein in each scoop, which will fill you up and keep you energized. We suggest using unsweetened vanilla plant-based milk in this recipe to keep the sugar content low.
You can garnish your smoothie with some crunchy cacao nibs and a few fresh mint leaves, which smell great and feel a little fancy. Try our other flavors of protein to experiment with new flavors and make your own recipes!
Ingredients
- 2 cups Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
- 1 scoop TRU Natural Chocolate Cream Protein
- ½ Frozen Banana
- 1 cup Spinach
- 4 tbsp cup Fresh Mint
- 1 tbsp Spirulina
- 3 tsp Cacao Nibs
Nutrition Facts
Calories 344
Protein 33.5
Carbs 28.6
Fat 13.5
References
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/mint-benefits#TOC_TITLE_HDR_8
