Description
A refreshing, zesty smoothie inspired by the classic mojito cocktail. Blended with mint, lime, yogurt, and frozen banana, it’s a cool and creamy treat perfect for hot days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium frozen banana
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ½ teaspoon lime zest
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup coconut water
- ½ cup ice cubes
- ½ cup spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your blender and gather all the ingredients.
- Add coconut water, lime juice, lime zest, mint leaves, and spinach (if using) into the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add the frozen banana, Greek yogurt, sweetener, and ice. Blend again until thick and creamy.
- Adjust the consistency with more coconut water or ice if needed.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with a lime wheel and mint sprig.
- Serve immediately and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Use frozen banana for a naturally sweet and creamy texture.
- Fresh lime juice and zest boost the mojito flavor.
- Blend mint with liquid first to avoid leafy bits.
- Customize by adding protein powder or substituting sweeteners.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: mojito smoothie, mint lime smoothie, summer smoothie, healthy mint drink