3-Minute Creamy Matcha Green Tea Banana Smoothie Recipe
This refreshing 3-minute creamy matcha green tea banana smoothie combines nutrient-dense ingredients like banana, baby spinach, and hemp hearts with vibrant matcha powder and a hint of cinnamon. Blended with hydrating coconut water and creamy coconut milk, this smoothie is a delicious, energizing, and healthful drink perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 3 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Fruit and Greens
- 1 banana (preferably frozen)
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 medjool date (pitted)
Liquids
- 1 1/2 cups coconut water
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Superfoods and Flavorings
- 3 tbsp hemp hearts (or 1 scoop vanilla protein powder)
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- pinch cinnamon
- 3 ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including the banana, baby spinach, hemp hearts or protein powder, coconut water, coconut milk, pitted medjool date, matcha powder, cinnamon, and ice cubes.
- Combine in Blender: Add the banana, spinach, matcha powder, hemp hearts, coconut water, coconut milk, date, cinnamon, and ice cubes into the blender.
- Blend Smooth: Blend on high speed for 1 minute or until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy without any visible chunks.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and creamy texture.
Notes
- Using a frozen banana helps achieve a creamy, chilled texture without adding ice.
- Hemp hearts can be substituted with vanilla protein powder based on dietary preferences or protein needs.
- Adjust the amount of coconut water for desired smoothie thickness.
- For a sweeter smoothie, ensure the medjool date is ripe and soft.
- The pinch of cinnamon adds a subtle warmth and complements the earthiness of the matcha.