🍀 Green Glow St. Patrick’s Day Smoothie

Start your day with a burst of green energy! This Green Glow St. Patrick’s Day Smoothie combines nutrient-rich leafy greens, banana, vanilla protein, cacao nibs, peppermint, and a touch of spirulina for a vibrant, fiber- and protein-packed boost. Add chia or flax seeds and your favorite milk for a creamy, energizing treat that’s as good for your body as it is for your mood. 🍀✨

If you’re anything like me, your younger years may have included green cocktails at parades and bars… fun memories, yes, but those hangovers? Not so much. Now, at this stage in life, feeling good in the morning matters far more than the fleeting fun of a cocktail.

Here’s your healthy, nourishing green alternative — a swap that supports your body, mind, and soul, and will actually leave you feeling energized the next day! This recipe isn’t just for St. Patrick’s Day; it’s perfect as a healthy breakfast, post-workout fuel, or anytime you want a boost this season. Enjoy! 🌿💚

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a smoothie that nourishes from the inside out.

Recipe

Ingredients

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1–2 cups dark leafy greens (spinach, kale, or spring greens)

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (plant or whey) I like Truvani Protein.

• 1 frozen or ripe banana

• 1 tsp spirulina (optional for deep green color, antioxidants and protein)

• 1 Tbsp chia seeds and/or flaxseeds

• 1–2 tsp cacao nibs

• 3–5 fresh mint or peppermint leaves

• 1 cup milk of choice (organic milk, unsweetened almond or coconut milk)

• Optional: a few ice cubes for a thicker smoothie

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a blender.

2. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.

3. Taste and adjust: add more milk if too thick, or a few extra mint leaves for brightness.

4. Pour into a glass, sprinkle extra cacao nibs on top for crunch, and enjoy!

Nutrition Highlights:

• Fiber: greens, banana, chia/flax

• Protein: protein powder

• Healthy fats: chia or flax seeds

• Phytonutrients & antioxidants: spirulina, cacao nibs, greens, peppermint

• Refreshing & energizing — perfect for a spring or St. Patrick’s Day pick-me-up