Matcha Smoothie Bowl

Smoothie bowls and matcha green tea are a "matcha" made in heaven! This matcha smoothie bowl will have you blending your way to breakfast satisfaction. Making smoothie bowls are a convenient way to reap the benefits of plant-based ingredients.

Matcha is a potent powder with a higher antioxidant content than traditional green tea. It may help improve health from head to toe with its brain-boosting, cancer-fighting, and heart-healthy benefits.^1,2

Makes 1 serving
Serving Size: 1 bowl
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes

Ingredients for matcha smoothie bowl

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tsp matcha green tea powder
• ½ cup kale
• ½ Granny smith apple
• 2 tbsp plant-based protein powder
• Ice to desired consistency

Toppings for matcha smoothie bowl

• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 tbsp hemp hearts

Directions for matcha smoothie bowl

1. In a blender, combine almond milk, matcha powder, kale, apple, protein powder, and ice.
2. Blend to desired consistency.
3. Serve topped with chia seeds, coconut, and hemp hearts.
4. Enjoy!

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References

1. Kochman J, Jakubczyk K, Antoniewicz J, Mruk H, Janda K. Health Benefits and Chemical Composition of Matcha Green Tea: A Review. Molecules. 2020;26(1):85. doi:10.3390/molecules26010085
2. Unno K, Nakamura Y. Green Tea Suppresses Brain Aging. Molecules. 2021;26(16):4897. doi:10.3390/molecules26164897