Matcha Smoothie (5 Ingredients)
on Mar 08, 2024
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This matcha smoothie is tasty and high in antioxidants. Learn how to make it in 5 minutes with 5 ingredients!
Matcha Smoothie
Matcha is a green tea that has been finely ground into a powder. This recipe takes matcha, which has a grassy taste and balances it out with naturally sweet date syrup and banana. Oat milk rounds out the flavor, making a tasty drink.
Note from Jee
Let’s talk about matcha for a bit. The more vibrant the green color of matcha, the higher the quality (and more expensive). The color is a dead giveaway as to the quality of matcha. The expensive matcha is almost neon green in color.
Any time you mix matcha with other ingredients like milk and sugar, you lose all the subtle flavors of an expensive matcha ($50+) so there’s no need to spend more than you need to. I recommend spending $20-$35 for a tin or pouch for a recipe like this matcha smoothie.
Recipe Summary
- This tasty matcha smoothie is a caffeinated drink that’s easy to make in a blender with just 5 ingredients.
- The bright green color comes from matcha (finely ground green tea) and baby spinach. Frozen bananas and date syrup give this smoothie a naturally sweet taste.
- Sip on a matcha smoothie whenever you want a satisfying treat.
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Ingredient Notes
- Oat milk: Oat milk is great with matcha but you can use any kind of milk you like.
- Date syrup: Made from Medjool dates, date syrup adds natural sweetness to the recipe.
- Matcha: The highest quality matcha isn’t needed for this drink, but make sure the matcha is from Japan and bright green in color.
- Baby spinach: Full of vitamins and antioxidants, baby spinach adds fiber and deepens the green color of the drink.
- Frozen banana: Frozen banana is a popular smoothie ingredient because it adds creaminess and thickness. Avoid using fresh bananas, as this will make the drink too watery.
For full ingredients and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Variations
Protein powder: Unflavored or vanilla protein powder will work best. Use ½ to 1 scoop per smoothie.
Seeds: Try flax seed, chia seeds, or hemp seeds. Stick to 1-2 tablespoons to avoid overwhelming the smoothie.
Extracts: This matcha smoothie works well with vanilla extract or almond extract. Use ½ teaspoon and add it after the oat milk.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Pour oat milk and date syrup into the blender.
Always put the liquids into the blender first.
Step 2: Add matcha.
Step 3: Add spinach and frozen banana.
The heaviest ingredient goes into the blender last.
Step 4: Blend until smooth. It’s not recommended to blend on low for too long. This can overheat the motor and damage the blender. Instead, start on low speed, then quickly increase to high.
Pour into a cup. Serve immediately.
Blender Tip
The secret to a good smoothie is to add the ingredients from lightest to heaviest. This will reduce air pockets and ensure a smooth blend. Start with liquids, including syrups, then follow with any powders or seeds. Finally, add leafy greens, fresh fruits, and heavier items like ice or frozen fruits.
Expert Tips
- When freezing bananas, be sure to slice them into coins. This will make it easier for your blender to break the banana down. Choose yellow bananas with some brown spots for the sweetest and freshest flavor.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add some oat milk and blend for 10 seconds to combine.
- Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately or within 24 hours. If you need to store leftovers, use an airtight container, like a jar. Store it in the refrigerator and drink within 1-2 days.
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Matcha Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 tablespoon date syrup
- 1 tablespoon matcha
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 ½ frozen bananas, (sliced)
Instructions
- Put oat milk, date syrup, matcha, baby spinach, and frozen sliced bananas into a blender. Secure lid. Place ingredients into the blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth. Start the blender on LOW speed for 10 seconds. Increase speed to HIGH for a full minute.
- Pour smoothie into a cup. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Oat milk is great with matcha but you can use any kind of milk you like.
- The more vibrant the green color of matcha, the higher the quality (and more expensive). Expensive matcha isn’t necessary for this drink since it’s going to be blended with other ingredients so go with one that’s about $20-$35 for a tin or pouch.
- It’s not recommended to blend on low for too long. This can overheat the motor and damage the blender. Instead, start on low speed, then quickly increase to high.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add some oat milk and blend for 10 seconds to combine.
- Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately or within 24 hours. If you need to store leftovers, use an airtight container, like a jar. Store it in the refrigerator and drink within 1-2 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
