This two-tone Monster Mash 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 color but also lends a good source of fiber to this drink, which, in turn, contributes to a healthy digestive tract.
Monster Mash Shake
Ingredients
For green layer
- 1/2 avocado peeled and pitted
- 1/2 banana
- 1 cup packed spinach leaves
- 5 leaves large mint optional
- 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks or frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup light coconut milk
For purple layer
- 1/2 banana
- 2 Tbsp old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 medium raw red beetroot peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup light coconut milk
Instructions
- In bowl, assemble all ingredients for each layer so they’re ready to blend.
- In blender, combine all ingredients for green layer until smooth. Divide among 3 tall glasses.
- Rinse out blender and add all ingredients for purple layer. Combine until smooth. Carefully pour over green layer in glasses. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Recipe Notes
Per serving: 252 calories; 5 g protein; 15 g total fat (9 g sat. fat); 29 g total carbohydrates (14 g sugars, 6 g fiber); 103 mg sodium