Description
A vibrant, nutrient-packed shake combining the natural caffeine and antioxidants of ceremonial-grade matcha with muscle-supporting protein powder. Creamy almond milk, banana, and almond butter round out the flavor, while optional spinach adds an extra boost of greens. Perfect for morning energy, pre- or post-workout fuel, or a midday pick-me-up—this quick 5-minute shake delivers sustained focus, metabolism support, and lasting satiety.
Ingredients
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat milk/coconut water)
1 scoop (≈20 g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
1 tsp high-quality matcha powder
½ frozen banana
1 tbsp almond (or peanut) butter
Handful of fresh spinach (optional)
Ice cubes, as desired
Natural sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or 1–2 dates), to taste
Instructions
Start with liquid: Pour almond milk into your blender.
Add powders: Scoop in protein powder and matcha; blend briefly to break up clumps.
Layer add-ins: Add frozen banana, almond butter, spinach (if using) and ice.
Blend: Process on high for 30–45 seconds until creamy and smooth.
Adjust & serve: Taste and add sweetener if needed; blend again, then pour into a glass. Enjoy cold!
Notes
Sift matcha to avoid clumps.
Start with minimal sweetener (½ banana or 1 date).
Swap liquids: oat milk for creaminess, coconut water for electrolytes.
Use unflavored or vanilla protein.
Add spinach for extra greens.
Blend fresh; if stored, shake well before drinking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 9 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg