Matcha Banana Smoothie with Dates
This matcha banana smoothie with dates is a naturally sweet, creamy, and energizing drink perfect for mornings or that 3 PM crash.
Ingredients
- 1 large frozen banana
- 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 3 pitted Medjool dates
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup ice cubes
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon for sass
Instructions
- Toss the banana, matcha, almond milk, dates, vanilla, and ice into your blender.
- Blend until it’s smoother than your skincare routine.
- Taste test. Want more sweetness? Add an extra date, honey.
- Pour into a glass and sip while feeling smugly healthy.
- Optional: top with chia, flax, or coconut flakes to flex.
Notes
🍌 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 160
- Total Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2.5g
🌿 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 10%
- Potassium: 12%
- Calcium: 7%
- Vitamin A: 5%
- Magnesium: 6%
✨ Additional Notes/Tips
- Use soft Medjool dates for best sweetness—none of that dried-out, sad date drama.
- Add a handful of spinach for extra nutrients—your skin will thank you.
- Don’t skip the vanilla—it ties everything together like a good rom-com ending.
- Want it thicker? Add a spoonful of oats or chia seeds.
- For extra creaminess, sub almond milk with oat or coconut milk.