Matcha Mint Smoothie for Afternoon Pick-Me-Up
This vibrant, antioxidant-packed smoothie combines the earthy notes of ceremonial grade matcha with refreshing peppermint for a clean energy boost without the coffee crash. Creamy frozen bananas and a hint of honey create a velvety texture that makes this the perfect healthy afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups baby spinach tightly packed
- 2 medium bananas peeled, sliced, and frozen
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk or any preferred plant-based milk
- 2 tsp ceremonial grade matcha powder sifted to remove lumps
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves stems removed
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup ice cubes optional for extra frostiness
Notes
For the best flavor, use 'ceremonial grade' matcha which is less bitter than culinary grade. To make-ahead, blend all ingredients except ice and store in an airtight mason jar for up to 24 hours; shake vigorously before serving. If you prefer a thicker 'smoothie bowl' consistency, reduce the almond milk to 1 cup.