December 28, 2013 (Updated March 13, 2023)

Vanilla Mint Smoothie Recipe

by Anne Mauney, MPH, RD

Drinks + Smoothies
19 comments

On Christmas morning, after opening our stocking presents from Santa and awaiting my grandmother’s arrival to open the presents under the tree, I whipped out my parent’s blender and made a delicious smoothie. This Vanilla Mint Smoothie came out not too sweet and very refreshing – the perfect snack/light breakfast before diving back in for more present opening.

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I think I need to put mint in smoothies more often. It was so good! I threw some spinach in there, too, for added nutrient power (that you can’t taste!) and a fun green color to go with the mint theme. For some protein, I threw in a container of vanilla Greek yogurt. If you’re vegan or avoiding dairy, you could do a hemp or brown rice protein powder instead.

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Unsweetened vanilla Almond Breeze almondmilk served as the base of the smoothie. If you like your smoothies sweeter, try using the sweetened vanilla almondmilk, or use the unsweetened and add half of a large (or one whole small) very ripe banana.

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Vanilla Mint Smoothie

vanilla mint smoothie
July 24, 2019 by Anne

You'll love this creamy vanilla mint smoothie for breakfast or snack - it takes just 5 minutes to whip up!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Yield
1 smoothie
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Ingredients:

  • 11 oz (~1 & 1/3 cups) Almond Breeze unsweetened vanilla almondmilk
  • 5 oz container Greek vanilla yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup baby spinach, packed
  • 1 cup ice

Instructions:

  1. Toss all ingredients into a blender, blend, and enjoy!

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I hope you like this recipe, too! It’s best enjoyed immediately, while wearing antlers. 😉

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- anne

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19 comments
  • Theodora
    Please wear those antlers for every pic from now on, thx!
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  • GiGi Eats Celebrities
    Looks flipping BOMB! And my sister totally made her dog wear those antlers!!! ;)
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  • Heather@TheSoulfulSpoon
    I love this recipe! I actually make a similar one myself each day:) Mint and vanilla are awesome together and are def my fave flavors. Throw in a little cocoa and it's out if this world!:)
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    • Anne
      Yum great idea!
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  • Roadrunner
    Love it. Loks super!
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  • Lauren
    Mint is not something I would ever think of adding but Ill give it a try.
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  • blender dude
    Love simple smoothie recipes. This one sounds great - the mint is a nice idea. Really dig your photography, too!
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  • Lynn
    Yum! I grow mint in a flower pot on my patio in the spring and summer, and I love to throw a few springs into my smoothies, especially on a hot day! Might have to pick some up at the grocery store and try it in the winter, too. :)
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  • Moira
    Your hair looks fantastic!
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  • Kim
    So refreshing! I think I might have to add a little stevia though as I have quite the sweet tooth ;) Thank you for inspiring others to live healthy lives!
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