Happy St. Patrick’s Day! One of the ways I’m (trying) to ward off COVID-related malaise/depression/fatigue is by celebrating minor holidays. I got this idea from one of my favourite authors Gretchen Rubin and her article Celebrate Leap Day, or...
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
One of the ways I’m (trying) to ward off COVID-related malaise/depression/fatigue is by celebrating minor holidays. I got this idea from one of my favourite authors Gretchen Rubin and her article Celebrate Leap Day, or Any Other Minor Holiday.
The first thing that came to mind when I thought about how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day was… The McDonald’s Shamrock Shake! Or, rather, how could I make a healthier but still delicious version of that famous mint milkshake?
My version has lots of veggies and healthy fats! I don’t expect it will pose much competition to McDonald’s, but it’s a fun way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or just a nice spin on a green smoothie.
Minty Green Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 ripe or overripe banana1 part frozen broccoli1 part frozen peas1 part avocadoAlmond milk to cover other ingredients (I used unsweetened vanilla)1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (per approximately 2 cups smoothie)Agave syrup to taste (I used 2 Tablespoons per 2 cups smoothie)Directions:
Place banana, broccoli, peas, and avocado in a container (I recommend a large glass jar or smoothie cup).Add enough almond milk to cover fruits and veggies.Let sit at least a few hours or overnight in fridge.Blend until smooth.Add peppermint extract and agave to taste until you are happy with the flavour.The post Minty Green Smoothie appeared first on Dr. Kate Whimster, Toronto Naturopathic Doctor.
