Name: Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 frozen bananas; 1 1/2 cup plant-based milk ((such as oat or soy)); 1 cup fresh spinach ((lightly packed)); 1/8 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves ((lightly packed)); 1 tablespoon vegan chocolate chips ((plus more for garnish)); 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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This Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie is technically a green smoothie, but it tastes like mint chocolate chip ice cream! So quick and easy to whip up for a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. 🥤🍫🌿

This Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie tastes like ice cream-but it's secretly healthy! 🥤🍫🌿 Packed with spinach, naturally sweetened, and ready in 5 minutes. A creamy, refreshing green smoothie that's perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

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I tried the Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie and it was a big hit!! It just may be the solution to my sweet tooth attacks. I look forward to your other posts!! - Nita ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

It's like having a mint chocolate milkshake for breakfast-but made with wholesome, plant-based ingredients. Mint chocolate chip ice cream has always been one of my favorite flavors because it's creamy, refreshing, and chocolatey all at the same time! This smoothie version is healthy enough to enjoy every single day-even for breakfast. Win-win! It's the perfect way to cool off on a hot day or refresh after a workout.

Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie Ingredients:

Frozen bananas: For creamy sweetness and thick texture.
- No bananas? Use 1 cup frozen cauliflower, ½ cup plain or vanilla vegan yogurt, or ½ cup silken tofu for creaminess. Since these are less sweet, add 1-2 pitted Medjool dates or a splash of maple syrup or agave to taste.
Plant-based milk: Any plant-based milk will work, such as oat, soy, or almond.
Spinach: For that green smoothie boost! Makes the smoothie a bright green color and you can't taste it.
Fresh mint leaves: For that cool, refreshing minty flavor. No fresh mint? Use ⅛ teaspoon peppermint extract and adjust to taste.
Vanilla extract: Enhances the ice cream flavor.
Vegan chocolate chips: For that classic mint chip flavor. Blend some in for chocolate throughout, and sprinkle extra on top for a fun garnish.
Protein powder (optional): Add a scoop of your favorite vegan vanilla or chocolate protein powder to make it more filling.

This Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie is…

Creamy, refreshing, and naturally sweet
Packed with leafy greens and healthy plant-based goodness
Like mint chocolate chip ice cream in a glass!

Make This in Your Ninja Creami:

This smoothie can be adapted for the Ninja Creami! Blend as directed, then pour into a Creami pint container (do not exceed the max fill line). Freeze for 24 hours, then spin using the "Smoothie Bowl" or "Lite Ice Cream" setting. If crumbly, add a splash of plant-based milk and re-spin. For best results, use the full ¼ cup mint and optionally stir in extra chocolate chips using the Mix-In function after spinning.

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Bon appetegan!
Sam Turnbull.

4.93 from 39 votes

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Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie

A creamy, refreshing smoothie that tastes like mint chocolate chip ice cream-but it's made with healthy, plant-based ingredients. Naturally sweet, packed with leafy greens, and ready in 5 minutes!

Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes

Servings: 2 small smoothies or 1 large

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Ingredients

▢ 2 frozen bananas
▢ 1 ½ cup plant-based milk, (such as oat or soy)
▢ 1 cup fresh spinach, (lightly packed)
▢ ⅛ - ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, (lightly packed)
▢ 1 tablespoon vegan chocolate chips, (plus more for garnish)
▢ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until completely smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more plant-based milk to reach your desired consistency. Garnish with extra chocolate chips if desired and serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Mint intensity: If you love a strong mint flavor, go for the full ¼ cup of mint leaves. For a milder flavor, start with ⅛ cup.

Banana-free option: Replace frozen bananas with 1 cup frozen cauliflower, ½ cup plain or vanilla vegan yogurt, or ½ cup silken tofu for creaminess. Add 1–2 pitted Medjool dates or a splash of maple syrup to boost sweetness as needed.

No fresh mint? Substitute with ⅛ teaspoon peppermint extract, then adjust to taste.

More greens: You can add up to 2 cups spinach without affecting flavor too much—great for a nutrient boost.

Extra creamy: Add 1 tablespoon cashew butter or avocado for a richer texture.

Chocolate chips: Use mini chips or chopped chocolate for better blend-ability.

Protein boost: Add a scoop of your favorite vegan vanilla or chocolate protein powder to make it more filling—perfect for a post-workout snack or light meal.

Ninja Creami Option: This smoothie can be adapted for the Ninja Creami! Blend as directed, then pour into a Creami pint container (do not exceed the max fill line). Freeze for 24 hours, then spin using the “Smoothie Bowl” or “Lite Ice Cream” setting. If crumbly, add a splash of plant-based milk and re-spin. For best results, use the full ¼ cup mint and optionally stir in extra chocolate chips using the Mix-In function after spinning.

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Author: Sam Turnbull

Cuisine: American
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Drinks

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Comments

Lydia Greenfield says

June 30, 2025 at 5:55 pm

I finally have loads of mint growing in a pot on my front porch and made the smoothie. I used some frozen spinach instead of fresh as that is what I have on hand. It is so good! I'll be making this all the time now. Thanks!

- Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
  
  July 02, 2025 at 3:43 pm
  
  Yay! That makes me so happy, thrilled you loved it Lydia, thank you for the review 😉
  
Heather Smith Thomassen says

April 09, 2025 at 12:54 pm

Unfortunately, I am unable to tolerate banana - is there a substitute, please?

- Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
  
  April 09, 2025 at 2:50 pm
  
  Hi Heather, yes I listed banana free options in the recipe notes 🙂 "Banana-free option: Replace frozen bananas with 1 cup frozen cauliflower, ½ cup plain or vanilla vegan yogurt, or ½ cup silken tofu for creaminess. Add 1–2 pitted Medjool dates or a splash of maple syrup to boost sweetness as needed." Enjoy!!
  
Lydia Greenfield says

April 08, 2025 at 11:12 pm

Which type of mint did you use? Spearmint or peppermint?

Thanks!

- Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
  
  April 09, 2025 at 2:40 pm
  
  Hi Lydia, peppermint will give you that classic mint chocolate chip taste, so that is what I would recommend 🙂
  
  - Lydia says
    
    April 09, 2025 at 9:21 pm
    
    Thanks! I'm going to plant some mint as I believe I will want to make this a lot. I wanted to make sure I used and bought the one best for the recipe. =)
    
    Lydia
  - Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
    
    April 10, 2025 at 4:08 pm
    
    Oh fresh garden mint!! Wow I am dreaming of how good this will taste. What a lovely idea!