Description
A refreshing and nutritious Wild Blueberry Vanilla Matcha Smoothie that combines antioxidant-rich wild blueberries with energizing matcha green tea, creamy Greek yogurt, and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or a revitalizing snack, this smoothie is easy to make and can be customized with optional sweeteners and superfood boosters.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- A handful of ice cubes (optional, for thickness)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Gather all ingredients including frozen wild blueberries, frozen banana, matcha powder, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and optional sweeteners and ice cubes.
- Blend primary ingredients: Add the frozen blueberries, banana, matcha green tea powder, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, and almond milk into a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides as necessary.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste the smoothie; if desired, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup to sweeten. Blend again briefly to incorporate the sweetener.
- Optional thickness adjustment: For a thicker smoothie, add a handful of ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the desired texture is reached.
- Serve immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy fresh for the best flavor and nutritional benefits.
Notes
- For an extra protein boost, add a scoop of protein powder or a tablespoon of chia seeds before blending.
- Using wild blueberries enhances the smoothie’s flavor intensity and antioxidant content compared to cultivated blueberries.
- This smoothie is best consumed immediately but can be refrigerated in a covered container for up to 24 hours.
