Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie

Cook Time: 5 minutes.

You won’t believe it, but this “dessert” is packed with protein and is engineered to relieve bloating. Want it chilled to perfection for a hot summer day? Just add ice! You’ll get a lot of energy from this recipe. Under 300 calories per serving. 🙂

For 4 servings you will need:

• 3 Ripe Bananas (optional: save some slices for garnish)
• 1 Fresh Cucumber (peeled)
• Fresh Ginger (1 inch piece, grated)
• 3 Dannon Oikos Triple Zero Vanilla Yogurt (optional: save 4 dollops for garnish)
• 1/2 c. Silk Protein Nut Milk
• Cinnamon
• 1/2 ts. Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 c. Organic Cacao Nibs

Directions:

In a food processor, add the banana + cucumber + milk + ginger + yogurt + vanilla extract + cacao nibs. Blend until smooth.

If choosing to use the garnishes, add a dollop of yogurt per serving, then a sprinkle of cinnamon, then the banana slices. I know you’ll enjoy this amazing smoothie. It definitely will satisfy your sweet tooth! 🙂

Vanilla Oil

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You guessed it. It fights cancer! It also prevents premature aging. Wow! It’s even been used to boost the male libido, as it improves hormone levels and enhances your mood and outlook on life. And all you women out there, don’t think you’re being left out, because vanilla oil can also be used to relieve menstrual symptoms. It prevents the growth of cancer cells, fights infections, works as an anti-depressant, reduces inflammation, and is a natural remedy for high blood pressure. Pretty powerful stuff!

Nutritional Information

If you are keeping track of what you are eating, whether you have a health condition or need to lose weight and not sure if you are getting all the nutrients you need, this next section is for you. It’s always good to know what we are putting into our bodies, especially if we want to get healthy and stay healthy.

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