Thursday, March 12, 2015

Natural Shamrock Shake

A few days ago, I heard an ad for McDonald's Shamrock Shake, then a few hours later saw an article posted on Facebook on why you should never drink one (see here). I knew they were unhealthy, but holy wow, yeah don't drink them! 

Now, I may not be a dietician, or nutritionist, or medical professional, but I have a healthier alternative for your St. Patty's Day celebration! I give you my Natural Shamrock Shake!
5 ingredients vs the 33 in the "real" shake? Yes please. This shake is natural, filling, healthy, and a great way to fuel your morning (or detox post celebration!).

Natural Shamrock Shake:
blend in blender
1 cup milk of choice
1 tbl nut butter of choice
large handful of spinach
1/2 banana
ice

Blend and enjoy. I drank this last weekend before hitting the slopes and it kept me full for hours!

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16 comments:

  1. Sara - Villa EmiliaMarch 12, 2015 at 5:46 AM

    My father just received a new blender for his birthday. We will definitely try this! :)
    Thank you for the recipe!

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  2. UnknownMarch 12, 2015 at 5:58 AM

    I love green smoothies. I use frozen fruits instead of ice, and add a heaping scoop of protein powder.

    -Nicky @ awesomeville

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  3. Heather{Our Life In a Click}March 12, 2015 at 6:59 AM

    Yummy! I was reading about them yesterday too (Hungry Girl article). I was shocked at the calorie count!

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  4. LeoviMarch 12, 2015 at 7:30 AM

    Yes, really rich !! Great photos !!

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  5. BuckeroomamaMarch 12, 2015 at 8:38 AM

    Hmm, spinach and banana --gotta give this a try! Thanks for sharing. :)

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  6. AnonymousMarch 12, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    Good for you for finding a better way :)

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  7. Linda KayMarch 12, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Well, it's certainly worth a try. I can see my hubby turning up his nose at this one!

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  8. carol l mckMarch 12, 2015 at 10:26 AM

    Looks very healthy ~

    Happy Weekend to you,
    artmusedog and carol

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  9. Gina KleinworthMarch 12, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    GENIUS!!!! I love it!

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  10. AdrienneMarch 12, 2015 at 10:55 AM

    We begin almost every weekday with a version of this shake!! (I throw in chia seeds, and some protein powder for the hubs!) YUMMY!!

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  11. Jill FoleyMarch 12, 2015 at 10:58 AM

    I almost stopped at McDonalds the other day to get one...but then I realized my girls weren't asking for one, probably wouldn't realize we've gotten them in the past and none of us needed it. So glad I didn't now that I've read that article!

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  12. Claire JustineMarch 12, 2015 at 1:01 PM

    I love smoothies, your looks so yummy
    > need to try this <
    :)

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  13. KimMarch 12, 2015 at 3:03 PM

    Yours looks like a picture of health! I have never had a MCD's Shamrock Shake, but now I'm curious about the article.

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  14. abriannaMarch 12, 2015 at 11:39 PM

    Glad you found a healthy replacement. I always lookout for how to make mocha or caramel frappuccinos at home so Blessing and I can enjoy them.

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  15. Amypie71March 12, 2015 at 11:48 PM

    hmmm I could do that, most of the time I use a banana, nuts and whatever other fruits I have.

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  16. MollyMarch 13, 2015 at 5:21 PM

    What a wonderfully vibrant green colour that is

    Mollyxxx

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