This Pineapple Matcha Green Smoothie is cool, creamy, and full of antioxidants!
Pineapple makes it sweet, banana makes it creamy, and matcha green tea gives it a little extra energy.
Great for a quick breakfast or a pick-me-up in the afternoon. And kids love the taste of the tropics!
Ingredients
- 1 cup of frozen pineapple pieces
- One banana, fresh or frozen
- 1 tsp of matcha powder
- ½ cup of any milk, like almond milk without sugar
- ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt (or yogurt that doesn’t have dairy in it)
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)
- ½ cup of ice cubes
Equipment
- Blender with high speed
- Cups and spoons for measuring
- Knife and cutting board (if you’re using fresh pineapple or banana)
- Serving glass
Instructions
- Put ½ cup of almond milk, ½ cup of Greek yogurt, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract into the blender. Add 1 teaspoon of matcha powder and mix.
- Add 1 cup of frozen pineapple chunks, 1 banana (cut into slices), and ½ cup of ice cubes.
- Blend on high speed for 30 to 60 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If you need to, scrape down the sides.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass and top it with a piece of pineapple or a sprinkle of matcha powder.
Tips & Variations
- If you want a thicker smoothie, use frozen fruit. For example, frozen pineapple and banana make the smoothie creamier without adding more ice.
- Sifting the matcha powder stops clumps from forming and makes it smoother.
- Change the sweetness. If your banana is very ripe, you might not need honey. Try it and change it!
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or a handful of spinach to give it more nutrients.
- Blend in stages: If your blender has trouble with frozen fruit, blend the yogurt and liquid first, then add the frozen ingredients a little at a time.
Alternatives
- No dairy? Coconut yogurt is a good substitute for Greek yogurt.
- No almond milk? Change to oat milk, coconut milk, or regular milk.
- Do you want more protein? Put in a scoop of vanilla protein powder.
- More tropical? Add some shredded coconut or chunks of mango!
Storage
- This smoothie tastes best when it’s fresh, but you can keep leftovers in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake it up before you drink it!
- Put extra smoothie in ice cube trays and freeze it so you can make smoothies quickly later. When you’re ready, just add a little more milk and blend.
Conclusion
This Pineapple Matcha Green Smoothie is a great way to start the day or cool off in the afternoon. It tastes like the tropics and is creamy. It gives you a little boost of energy without making you jittery. Give it a try and tell me what you thought in the comments. Did you add any fun changes? I can’t wait to hear! 🍍💚✨