A challenge? To make a non-dairy – but delicious – green take on the iconic shake that everyone loves this time of year. We all know that it is not difficult to make a green smoothie. Add some spinach or kale and bingo – you’re green.
But I wanted to make this shake a little more fun. A little richer, still satisfying all food restrictions in our house. That’s what makes the holidays special, right? Food memories are key memories.
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Well this recipe knocked it out of the park. It’s tasty enough for the girls to have as a special treat, but balanced enough that I feel like a nutritionist for Jules and me.
For the base, I use vanilla flax milk, mixed with spinach and fresh mint leaves. And in order for my children to touch it, there must not be a single green piece left – so mix it up really good. Everything is mixed with frozen avocado, frozen banana and of course vanilla ice cream with an almond base for a delicious remake of a favorite classic that is no longer an option for some in our family.
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So if you’re missing that iconic, annual McDonald’s classic this year, try this refreshing and delicious shake. It will satisfy that craving, without the stomach ache that dairy can bring to some.
Dairy-free Shamrock-Green Shake
More of a whole food focus on the iconic shake (but still made to be a treat). Really fresh, super tasty.
Portions: 2 portions
- 1 cup vanilla flax milk
- 1 a big fist fresh spinach
- 6-8 sheets fresh mint
- 1/3 cup frozen avocado cubes
- 2/3 cup frozen banana cubes
- 1 cup almond-based vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup non-dairy whipped topping
Toppings
- non-dairy whipped topping
- crushed chocolate chip cookies Simple Mills without grains
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First, mix flax milk, spinach and mint in a blender. Blend on high until all the pieces are evenly mixed.
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Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth. Transfer to a mug and top with whipped dairy-free dressing and crushed chocolate chip cookies.