Emerald Isle Mint Chocolate (Printable)
Vibrant smoothie bowl with mint, banana, chocolate, and fresh toppings for a nourishing start.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 ripe bananas, frozen and sliced
02 - 1 cup fresh spinach
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or non-dairy alternative
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
06 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings
09 - 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
10 - 1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
11 - 1/4 cup granola, gluten-free if necessary
12 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
13 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Combine frozen bananas, spinach, Greek yogurt, almond milk, mint leaves, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
02 - Pour the blended mixture evenly into two serving bowls, ensuring smooth distribution of the vibrant green base.
03 - Arrange chocolate chips, sliced strawberries, granola, shredded coconut, and fresh mint leaves attractively over each bowl. Serve immediately while chilled and enjoy the refreshing combination of cool mint and rich chocolate flavors.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of cool mint and rich chocolate feels surprisingly indulgent while packing in serious nutrition
- It comes together in under ten minutes but looks like something from a fancy café
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- If your blender is struggling, let the frozen bananas thaw for about 5 minutes before blending
- The spinach amount might look overwhelming, but trust the process, the mint and chocolate completely mask any vegetable taste
03 -
- Slice your bananas before freezing them so your blender does not have to work as hard
- Use a high speed blender if you have one, it really does make a difference in achieving that perfectly smooth texture