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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Beverage Recipes

    Banana Matcha Smoothie

    By: Amy Katz · Published: Dec 6, 2022 · Last modified: Dec 6, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free option, oil-free, soy-free option, vegan
    Smoothie in a glass with text overlay Banana Matcha Smoothie.

    Sweet and creamy banana is the base of this delicious 4-ingredient Banana Matcha Smoothie featuring green tea powder for a little pick-me-up. It's perfect with breakfast or as an afternoon snack or post-workout treat.

    Smoothie in a glass in front of a container of matcha and a ripe banana.

    When I'm in the mood for something different from my usual green smoothie, I turn to this Banana Matcha Smoothie. It's easy to make with ingredients I always have on hand.

    It has just the right amount of sweetness from the banana and a Medjool date. And the fruit perfectly complements the earthy flavor of the matcha green tea powder.

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Variations
    • FAQ
    • More ways to enjoy matcha
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • It's easy to make in 5 minutes with only 4 ingredients.
    • You can enjoy it in the morning to start your day or in the afternoon for an energy boost.
    • It's creamy, naturally sweet, and delicious.

    Ingredients

    Ripe banana, box of Medjool dates, container of matcha powder, and a carton of soy milk.

    Banana: For the best results, use a ripe banana that has some spots on the peel. Peel and freeze the banana in halves or slices in advance.

    Matcha: I recommend Golde Pure Matcha green tea powder. Use my affiliate code VEGGIES5 for $5 off your first order.

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    For the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Instructions

    Smoothie ingredients in a blender.

    Place all of the ingredients in the container of a high-speed blender. Blend until completely smooth, pour into a glass, and enjoy right away.

    Hand holding a glass with banana matcha smoothie in it.

    Variations

    If you like, you can start with the basic banana matcha smoothie recipe and add your favorite ingredients for extra nutrition such as the following. You may need to add a little more non-dairy milk if the smoothie is too thick to blend.

    • Fresh spinach or kale leaves
    • Raw cacao powder
    • Peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter
    • Chia seeds, flax seeds, or rolled oats
    • Vanilla extract
    • Extra fruit such as frozen berries, mango, or pineapple

    FAQ

    What is the best way to freeze fresh bananas?

    Remove the peels and place the bananas in an airtight container or bag in your freezer. You can cut the bananas in half first or slice them into chunks.

    Is matcha high in caffeine?

    Compared to regular green tea and black tea, matcha has a higher caffeine content. However, it's lower in caffeine than coffee. One teaspoon of matcha contains approximately 60 to 70 mg of caffeine.

    Should Medjool dates be refrigerated?

    While they can be stored in your pantry, Medjool dates are best stored refrigerated to keep them soft and plump.

    More ways to enjoy matcha

    • Strawberry Matcha Latte
    • Matcha Balls
    • 5 Easy Breakfast Chia Pudding Recipes
    • Matcha Overnight Oats

    And for even more recipes, join the Vegan Mediterranean Diet Recipes Facebook group for support, inspiration, and fun.

    If you love this recipe, please give it 5 stars! ★★★★★

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    Banana Matcha Smoothie in a glass with a metal straw with a banana and container of matcha in the background.

    Banana Matcha Smoothie

    Sweet and creamy banana is the base of this delicious 4-ingredient Banana Matcha Smoothie featuring green tea powder for a little pick-me-up.
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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free option, oil-free, soy-free option, vegan
    Course: Beverage, Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American, Fusion
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 263kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Equipment

    • High Speed Blender

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk, (I use organic soy, but almond, oat, or any of your favorite plant milk beverages can be used)
    • 1 banana*, frozen
    • 1 Medjool date, pit removed (or more, to taste)
    • 1 teaspoon matcha powder
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    Instructions

    • Add the non-dairy milk to the container of a high-speed blender. Then add the frozen banana, date, and matcha.
    • Blend until completely smooth, pour into a glass, and enjoy immediately.

    Notes

    *For the best results, use a ripe banana that has some spots on the peel. Peel and freeze the banana in halves or slices in advance.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 839mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 1007IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 269mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

    More Vegan Beverage Recipes

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    About Amy

    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on HuffPost, LIVESTRONG, Healthline, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, Country Living, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

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