Mocha Coconut Smoothie

Ever have a Venti Mocha Coconut Frappaccino Light? The are amazing, but oh not so good for you!  Here is my twist on the Coffee Chain’s beverage of MY choice!

In the mix:

• handful of spinach
• 2 T Greek 0% Yogurt
• 1T shredded unsweetened coconut
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
• 1/2 t cocoa
• expresso powder and/or small shot of strong coffee
• 1 scoop chia seeds (optional)
• 1 shot Davinci Sugar-free Coconut syrup
• 1-2 cup ice

Blend till smooth, and YUM!

Nutrition Facts:  Calories: 258 cal  Protein: 34g  Carbs: 11g Sodium:101mg

vs

Starbucks Mocha Coconut Frappuccino Blended Light (no whip)

NutritionFactsPerServing (24 fl oz)
Calories 220    CaloriesFromFat 10
% DailyValue
TotalFat 1g    2%
SaturatedFat 0.5g    2%
TransFat 0g
Cholesterol <5mg    2%
Sodium 260mg    11%
TotalCarbohydrate 53g    18%
DietaryFiber <1g    4%
Sugars 45g
Protein 6g
VitaminA6%VitaminC0%Calcium15%Iron8%
Caffeine 120mg

What’s your decision going to be??