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Chocolate Mint Smoothie

Recipes

13 Apr

In its raw state, chocolate has more than 300 nutritional compounds, is considered a superfood, and is one of the richest sources of antioxidants of any food on the planet. Our bodies use antioxidants to ‘mop up' free radicals that can damage our cells. Scientists from Cornell University recently discovered that raw cacao powder contains nearly twice the antioxidants of red wine, and up to three times the antioxidants found in green tea. Just to be clear, I not talking about the chocolate you find in processed foods with all that added sugar.

Just because something is healthy doesn't mean it should be consumed unlimitedly- I am not advocating consuming chocolate all the time, but in moderation and as a treat, why not. If you are worried about the caffeine, try carob powder.

With all that said, if you love raw chocolate and if you love mint- this smoothie is right up your alley.  I whipped it up this morning and was so pleased with the outcome, I just had to share.  It is most definitely a tasty and healthy treat, but is by no means a low fat or sugar free one. It does, however, contains healthy fats from the nuts and natural sugar from the dates and bananas. So get your blender out and  treat yourself and nourish your body all at the same time.

I made this smoothie pretty thick using only 1 cup of water and I found it a little too rich. You could definitely add more liquid if you wanted to thin it out a bit. Play around with the amount of mint as well to get it to your liking. I found the amount in the recipe just right, but everyones taste buds are different. [print_this]

Chocolate Mint Smoothie

Ingredients

Yields: Approximately 2 cups, if using 1 cup of liquid

  • 1-1 1/2 cups of water or nut milk
  • 1/2 cup of cashews  (click here to purchase -affiliate link)
  • 3-4 dates plus 1/4-1/2 cup of water
  • 2 frozen bananas (I chopped mine, so they would blend easier)
  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tsp or more of mint flavor
  • 1 large handful of spinach
  • 2 Tbsp of unsweetened raw cacao powder (click here to purchase -affiliate link) or carob powder
  • Optional: Cacao nibs (click here to purchase -affiliate link)

Method

  1. In a high powered blender (click here to purchase -affiliate link) , add the cashews, dates and  1/4 cup of water (you will use the water to help blend the ingredients, anywhere from 1/4-1/2 cup should do the trick) and blend until smooth.
  2. Add remaining ingredients except the water.
  3. Slowly add the water as you are blending all the ingredients together. If you want a thick smoothie use less water; if you want it thinner add more water.

Tips and Notes 

  • Substitute macadamia nuts or cashews, if you can not have cashews
  • Try another leafy green, if you do not have spinach, but the taste may vary. [/print_this]

Try these other healthy smoothies:

  • The Chocolate Green Smoothie
  • Almond Bliss Smoothie
  • Cake Batter Milkshake
  • The Almond Cup Smoothie

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Comments

  1. Yona says

    April 13, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    I LOVE carob. I remember a teacher introduced me to it when I was in the 5th grade. I’ve gravitated to it ever since, but find it kinda hard to track down stuff that I like that uses it. I love carob-covered treats – like coconut, nuts and other things. I’d like to try this recipe out but I will probably never have all the ingredients in my home at the same time. One of these days…

    Stopping by from Friendship Friday (Create with Joy).
    Im now a new Twtter follower (@pricelessteam).

    • Good Girl Gone Green says

      April 14, 2012 at 12:21 am

      I like carob too, but sometimes I just want chocolate! Let me know if you try it!

  2. Micaela @MindfulMomma says

    April 13, 2012 at 3:20 pm

    This sounds SO good Stephanie! I can’t believe there’s spinach hiding in there! 🙂

    • Good Girl Gone Green says

      April 14, 2012 at 12:20 am

      Thanks Micaela! I know!!! 🙂

  3. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 14, 2012 at 12:19 am

    It tastes so refreshing with the mint!

  4. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 14, 2012 at 12:19 am

    Let me know if you try it! 🙂

  5. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 14, 2012 at 12:20 am

    No you didn’t? You did? Awe, thanks. Makes me feel special! 🙂

  6. Multi-Testing Mommy says

    April 15, 2012 at 8:14 am

    I never thought of adding raw nuts to my smoothies – thanks for the idea!

    Chocolate mint is my absolutely favourite! Thanks for the tip 🙂

    What brand of cocoa do you use?

  7. Lori Popkewitz Alper says

    April 15, 2012 at 9:36 am

    This looks incredible-and your photo is gorgeous! You are the smoothie queen 🙂

    • Good Girl Gone Green says

      April 15, 2012 at 10:41 pm

      Thanks, L! You are so cute!

  8. Jessica says

    April 15, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    This looks very yummy! i hope to give this a try next weekend! Thanks for sharing!

    • Good Girl Gone Green says

      April 15, 2012 at 10:41 pm

      Please, let me know what you think!

  9. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 15, 2012 at 10:42 pm

    If you try it, please let me know how you like it!

  10. Hannah says

    April 16, 2012 at 7:46 am

    Oh this looks yummy! My “Lines Across My Face” offering is here: http://likemamalikedaughter.blogspot.com/2012/04/how-to-tuesday-bunnys-birthday-dress.html

    • Good Girl Gone Green says

      April 17, 2012 at 4:43 pm

      Thanks!

  11. six sisters says

    April 17, 2012 at 9:53 pm

    This looks so dellicious! We’re so glad that you linked up to our “Strut Your Stuff Saturday.” We hope you’ll be back soon. -The Sisters

  12. Natasha in Oz says

    April 20, 2012 at 1:50 am

    Thanks so much for linking this brilliant recipe up to my Say G’Day Saturday Party. That looks so delicious-I’m going to pin it right now!

    I hope you will be able to join in and link up another fabulous post this weekend!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

  13. The Quiet Mom says

    April 20, 2012 at 11:29 am

    Hmmmm, love this recipe! Thanks for sharing:)

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    Thanks and have a great day!

    • Good Girl Gone Green says

      April 22, 2012 at 1:55 am

      Thank you!

  14. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 20, 2012 at 11:09 pm

    Thank you, Amy!

  15. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 20, 2012 at 11:10 pm

    I know- chocolate and mint is awesome!

  16. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 22, 2012 at 1:55 am

    It would probably taste good. Just not too much unless you like the taste of wheatgrass! 🙂

  17. Impossible Mom says

    April 22, 2012 at 11:31 am

    I am trying this! Looks great!

    • Good Girl Gone Green says

      April 22, 2012 at 11:14 pm

      Thanks! 🙂

  18. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 22, 2012 at 11:14 pm

    Awe, thanks! So sweet of you to day. Happy Earth Day!

  19. Jamie says

    April 23, 2012 at 11:14 pm

    Looks delicious! I featured this yummy smoothie on Make Yourself Monday today. 🙂

    Jamie
    For Love of Cupcakes

    • Good Girl Gone Green says

      April 24, 2012 at 9:59 pm

      thank you, Jamie!

  20. Good Girl Gone Green says

    April 24, 2012 at 9:59 pm

    Please tell me how you like it!

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