Description
This Wild Blueberry Vanilla Matcha Smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious blend packed with antioxidants from wild blueberries and an energizing kick from matcha green tea powder. Creamy Greek yogurt adds protein and a smooth texture, while vanilla and optional honey provide natural sweetness. Perfect for a quick breakfast or healthy snack, this smoothie is easy to make and suitable for a gluten-free and vegetarian diet.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
- 1/2 frozen banana
Liquids & Dairy
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
Flavorings & Add-ins
- 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add the frozen wild blueberries, frozen banana, matcha green tea powder, pure vanilla extract, unsweetened almond milk, Greek yogurt, and honey or maple syrup if using. For extra fiber and texture, add chia seeds if desired.
- Blend Smooth: Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth, creamy, and well combined. Ensure there are no large chunks remaining for a perfect consistency.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if needed, then blend briefly again to incorporate.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for the best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- For a thicker smoothie, reduce the amount of almond milk or add a few ice cubes when blending.
- To make this smoothie dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- Wild blueberries provide a richer flavor and higher antioxidant content compared to regular blueberries.
