This Miami Mint Smoothie is like a cool breeze on a hot summer day. It is light and refreshing and has 25 grams of vegan protein to help keep you full longer. I found it is also a great way to use up the abundance of mint I have growing in my garden.
Why Starting Your Day With Protein Is A Good Idea
- It helps to boost your metabolism
- It keeps you full and feeling satisfied for longer
- Builds and maintains muscle mass
Benefits of Mint:
Mint is not only refreshing, it is rich in antioxidants and nutrients. It also helps with gas, bloating, and indigestion.
Benefits of Lime:
Limes are high in vitamin C which can help protect against infection and speed up healing. They also contain antioxidants which help reduce inflammation. They also help the body absorb iron.
Pick your Protein Powder:
I use a vegan protein powder with 24 grams of protein and is a complete meal because it contains a healthy fat. (avacado) Be sure to read the label to make sure there are no artificial colors flavors or other unhealthy ingredients.
Make it pretty!
Yes, you can serve this smoothie in any cup. However, there is something magical about fancy glassware (it does not need to be expensive) and using a fun straw! I swear whatever I am drinking tastes better.
Miami Mint Smoothie (Protein Packed)
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup Vanilla Protein Powder -vegan I use Arbonne's Meal Replacement which contains healthy fat.
- 6 leaves Fresh mint
- 1 lime
- 1/4 tsp lime zest
- 4 oz coconut water
- 8 oz vanilla almond milk
- ice crushed or cubed ice I like mine cold so I use about a handful of ice
Instructions
- Pour vanilla protein powder shake mix into a blender.
- Add fresh mint leaves
- squeeze the juice of fresh lime into the blender and add the lime zest
- Add coconut water and ice
- Blend in almond milk to the desired consistency. I like mine thicker so I add less almond milk.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and fresh mint leaves if desired
