Green Tea Matcha Smoothie
Yield: 2 servings
Calories: 168kcal
This easy to make super green smoothie recipe will energize you in an instant! A healthy blend of matcha tea, yogurt, almonds, banana, spinach and kale all in one delicious sip.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (260 g) ice cubes
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup (120 ml) nonfat plain Greek yogurt, or dairy free
- 1 cup (30 g) baby spinach
- 1 cup (30 g) baby kale
- 1 (85 g) sliced banana
- ¼ cup (27 g) sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon (6 g) matcha green tea powder
- 2 teaspoons (8 g) Truvia® Natural Sweetener, honey, or maple syrup
Instructions
- Layer the Ingredients – To a blender, add ice cubes, almond milk, yogurt, spinach, kale, banana, almonds, matcha powder, and sweetener.
- Cover and Blend – Cover and process on medium speed for about 30 seconds, using the tamper as needed. Increase to high speed for 30 to 60 seconds until thick and smooth. Adjust with more almond milk or ice to reach the desired consistency. Add more sweetener to taste.
Notes
- Milk Options: Unsweetened cashew, soy, rice, coconut, or dairy milk can be used instead of almond milk.
- Add Protein: For an extra protein boost, add protein powder. I usually use 1 scoop to 8 ounces of liquid. Alternatively, add a tablespoon of nut butter.
Nutrition
Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 140mg | Potassium: 442mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 2950IU | Vitamin C: 23.1mg | Calcium: 330mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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