Healthy Mint Chocolate Shake Recipe

By Nicole Spain, Registered Dietitian

'Tis the season for the iconic, pastel green, mint chocolate shakes! These festive treats certainly might taste good for a few minutes, but they are full of empty calories, sugar and fat. Here is a recipe for a healthier version that you can make at home – a delicious way to celebrate St Patrick’s Day with your little ones! 

Healthy Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake
Serves 1-2

Ingredients:
1 cup low-fat vanilla ice cream
1 ripe banana, frozen
1/8 Tsp peppermint extract
1 ½ C milk of your choice
½ C baby spinach, washed
Pinch salt
1-2 Tbsp chocolate chips, optional

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients except chocolate chips to blender and blend on high for 1-2 minutes. 
2. Divide into equal portions.
3. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.