This two-tone shake is a fun and nutritious pick-me-up any time of day. Spinach is a functional food hero thanks to its diverse nutritional composition that promotes health beyond basic nutrition. Beetroot not only provides an eye-popping colour but also lends a good source of fibre to this drink, which, in turn, contributes to a healthy digestive tract.
For an eye-popping breakfast or dessert, try turning this smoothie into a fun smoothie bowl. Simply reduce the amount of coconut milk, making each mixture a thicker and creamier consistency, and swirl smoothies into bowl before garnishing with any fun toppings you have on hand.
Monster Mash Shake
Ingredients
- 1/2 avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1/2 peeled banana
- 1 cup (250 mL) packed spinach leaves
- 5 large mint leaves (optional)
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) frozen mango chunks or frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup (250 mL) light coconut milk
- 1/2 peeled banana
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 medium raw red beetroot, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 cup (250 mL) frozen blueberries
- 1 cup (250 mL) light coconut milk
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories252
- protein5 g
- total fat15 g
- sat. fat9 g
- total carbohydrates29 g
- sugars14 g
- fibre6 g
- sodium103 mg
Directions
01
In bowl, assemble all ingredients for each layer so they’re ready to blend.
02
In blender, combine all ingredients for green layer until smooth. Divide among 3 tall glasses.
03
Rinse out blender and add all ingredients for purple layer. Combine until smooth. Carefully pour over green layer in glasses. Serve immediately and enjoy.
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