Mint Chocolate Chip Banana Shake
Bring on the bananas! Thanks to their high pectin content, bananas have a soothing effect on the gut. Pectin is a soluble fiber that helps lower cholesterol, normalizes bowel function, and stimulates the growth and activity of helpful bacteria. In addition, some studies show that pectins have beneficial effects on the integrity of the gastrointestinal lining and may stop the growth of harmful bacteria. This mint chocolate chip banana shake will delight as much as it delivers. ✦ ✦ ✦The Small PauseThe pause: "Before you blend, smell the fresh mint. Let it wake you up a little.For your gut: Mint has long been used to calm the belly, and the cacao in the chocolate brings polyphenols your gut bacteria thrive on.✦ ✦ ✦Want more treats that delight as much as they deliver?
Equipment
- 1 high speed blender
Ingredients
- 2 bananas (frozen)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach (loosely packed)
- 2 cups unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 date (pitted)
- 1/2 cup fresh mint (loosely packed)
- 2 tbsp cacao nibs (for topping)
Instructions
- in a high speed blender combine all ingredients except the cacao nibs. blend until smooth.
- add cacao nibs and pulse blender a few times to evenly distribute. garnish with fresh mint and extra cacao nibs if desired.
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