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Pineapple Matcha Smoothie
Pineapple matcha smoothie is quick, easy and has a fun tropical flavor. Made with matcha, this smoothie can give you a boost of energy and is perfect for breakfast or as a pre-workout smoothie. Thick, creamy and so filling, this protein matcha smoothie is gluten free, dairy free and vegan friendly.
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Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1/2 cup frozen spniach
- 1 serving vanilla vegan protein powder
- 2 tbsp cashews
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup dairy free milk
- 1 medjool date
- 1 tsp matcha
Instructions
- Measure all the ingredients and put them into a high-speed blender.
- Blend on high until it is smooth and creamy.
Equipment
Notes
- Use frozen fruits and veggies: Using frozen pineapple and spinach will give you the best thick and creamy texture you are looking for in this recipe. You can use fresh pineapple or spinach, but you will want to include 1/4 – 1/2 cup of ice to help the texture.
- Use chia protein: Chia protein or ground chia seeds is chia seeds finely ground down. If you don’t have a strong blender or aren’t a fan of chia seeds stuck in your teeth, try out chia protein.
- Use ceremonial grade matcha: There are two grades of matcha, ceremonial and culinary. Ceremonial grade is the highest quality of matcha and made with young fresh green tea leaves and has a more vibrant green coloring and sweeter taste. Culinary is used for baking and uses older green tea leaves and has a darker coloring a bitter taste.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
478
Fat
17
g
Carbohydrates
57
g
Fiber
13
g
Sugar
34
g
Protein
32
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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