Matcha Smoothie
Indulge in the invigorating flavors of this Matcha Smoothie! Combining creamy Greek yogurt, ripe bananas, and high-quality matcha powder, this refreshing drink is a nutrient-packed delight. Perfect for a quick breakfast or an afternoon boost, its balance of sweetness and earthy notes will tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy it chilled while soaking up the sun or curled up with your favorite book.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 ripe banana
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- 0.5 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: matcha powder, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey or maple syrup, and ice cubes.
- In a blender, combine matcha powder, chopped banana, Greek yogurt, and almond milk.
- Add honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
- Toss in ice cubes for a refreshing chill.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy (about 30 seconds).
- Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy! Optionally garnish with banana slices or a sprinkle of matcha.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (400g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping almond milk for coconut milk or adding spinach for extra nutrients. Feel free to experiment with different sweeteners such as agave syrup to find your preferred sweetness level. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours; re-stir or blend before serving.