Category
Meal Replacement
Servings
1
Prep Time
5 minutes
Calories
240
This simple green matcha smoothie gets a nutritional boost from spinach, banana, and your choice of protein powder…a perfect way to jump-start your morning or give yourself an energy boost later in the day!
Author:Anita T. Shaffer, RDN
Ingredients
1 cup of unsweetened milk: Fat Free Dairy or Lactose & Fat-free Ultrafiltered Dairy or Soy Milk or Pea Protein Milk
Protein powder: 1 tbsp. pumpkin seed or 1 tbsp. pea/quinoa or 2 tbsp. soy or 2 tbsp. whey
- 1 cup chopped spinach (frozen)
- ½ medium banana, sliced (frozen)
- 1 – 2 tsp. matcha powder
½ tsp. almond or vanilla extract
- 1 packet (1 tsp.) zero calorie sugar substitute (optional)
Directions
Pour milk into a blender.
Add protein powder.
Add remaining ingredients.
Blend on high speed until smooth — about 1 minute.
Enjoy!
Recipe Note
- Buying and using frozen spinach adds convenience, helps reduce waste, eliminates the need to add ice to your smoothie, and helps make a smooth consistency.
- Peel and cut up bananas and pre-measure the spinach, put them in small storage bags or other containers, and store in the freezer so when you’re ready to make a smoothie the ingredients are ready to go.
- If you use a non-dairy milk alternative, choose a product fortified with calcium and vitamins A, D, and B12.
*Customize your smoothie with your choice of milk and protein powder. If you must avoid dairy (including whey), soy, or almonds, try one of our suggested alternatives.
Nutrition
Serving Size
1 serving
Calories 240,
Protein
23 grams,
Fat
4 grams,
Carbs
28 grams,
Fiber
7 grams
