This blueberry matcha protein smoothie is a bright, creamy breakfast blend made for busy mornings. Juicy blueberries add fruity sweetness, matcha brings earthy green tea flavor, and Greek yogurt plus protein powder make it extra satisfying without turning it into a complicated recipe. The banana helps everything blend smooth and thick, so it tastes like a refreshing smoothie shop pick you can make in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/2 ripe banana
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more as needed
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional for a frostier smoothie
How To Make It
Add the almond milk to the blender first. This helps the blades move easily and keeps the protein powder from sticking to the bottom. Add the Greek yogurt, banana, frozen blueberries, protein powder, matcha powder, and honey or maple syrup if you want a little extra sweetness.
Blend on high until the smoothie is completely creamy, about 30 to 45 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed. If the smoothie is too thick, add another splash of almond milk and blend again. If you want it colder or thicker, add the ice and blend until smooth.
Taste before pouring. Blueberries and bananas can vary in sweetness, so you can add a tiny drizzle more honey or maple syrup if needed. Pour into a glass and enjoy right away while the texture is cold, fluffy, and fresh.
Tips
Use frozen blueberries for the best thick texture and pretty purple color. Fresh blueberries work too, but you may want to add ice to keep the smoothie chilled.
Sift or sprinkle the matcha powder over the other ingredients instead of dropping it in one clump. This helps it blend more evenly and keeps the flavor smooth.
Vanilla protein powder pairs especially well with blueberries and matcha, but unflavored protein powder also works if you prefer a less sweet smoothie. If your protein powder is very sweet, skip the honey or maple syrup at first and adjust after blending.
For a thicker smoothie bowl style, use only 1/3 cup almond milk and add toppings like granola, sliced banana, chia seeds, or extra blueberries. For a lighter drinkable smoothie, add more almond milk until it reaches your favorite consistency.
Blend it up and enjoy a bright, creamy start to your morning!