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    Published: Jun 14, 2016 · Modified: Mar 11, 2022 by Stephanie McKercher, RDN · 10 Comments

    Tropical Green Tea Smoothie

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    Energizing Tropical Green Tea Smoothie from The Grateful Grazer. (vegan!)

    Can you think of a time when you really wanted to have something nourishing and energizing but you were just too busy to sit down and enjoy a "proper" meal?

    This happens all too often to me.

    In fact, a friend who I used to work with told me recently that she will always remember how my breakfast would sit around half eaten right in front of me on my desk...sometimes lasting all the way until lunch and/or when I decided it had probably been sitting out too long for it to be a good idea to eat.

    I just have superhuman focus when I'm working, I guess.  (At least that's one positive way of looking at it.)

    Energizing Tropical Green Tea Smoothie from The Grateful Grazer. (vegan!)

    I always love adding matcha green tea powder into my midday smoothies...mostly because it just tastes so delicious but also because I do find it very energizing - and not in that jittery one-too-many-coffees kind of way.  (This type of calm energy is thought to be related to l-theanine, which I get into more here.)

    Energizing Tropical Green Tea Smoothie from The Grateful Grazer. (vegan!)

    With the weather being so warm, I have been in the mood for more tropical fruits in recent days.

    Luckily, I had my trusty bag of frozen bananas, along with some frozen mango chunks I had been saving for something special.  (Obviously digging the mango lately.)

    Seriously everyone: banana + mango + matcha.  Try it.

    This has to be one of my favorite smoothie combinations (this is another favorite) that is also really healthy too!

    Energizing Tropical Green Tea Smoothie from The Grateful Grazer. (vegan!)

    This smoothie does so many things to promote quick and convenient energy.

    Chia, hemp, and flax bump up the protein and fat content, while banana, mango, and dates provide quick energy in the form of carbohydrates.

    I also tossed in some spinach, just for some added micronutrients.

    And also included turmeric for a little extra boost of antioxidants.

    (I was also kind of curious what the color would look like from combining turmeric and matcha - the result looks pretty yummy if you ask me!)

    Energizing Tropical Green Tea Smoothie from The Grateful Grazer. (vegan!)

    Serving notes:

    Although I had this smoothie for lunch, it makes a great breakfast and/or a healthy snack too.  (The recipe is intended to serve one as a meal or two as a snack.)

    The coconut flakes are optional - but recommended if you have them on hand.  If you prefer toasted coconut flakes, I have a feeling they would be delicious here.  And, as always, feel free to add your own toppings as desired - things like nuts, seeds, fruit, cacao nibs, granola, and cereal are all good options!

    Energizing Tropical Green Tea Smoothie from The Grateful Grazer. (vegan!)

    Tropical Green Tea Smoothie

    This tropical green smoothie is packed with nutrients that will energize and also includes matcha green tea powder to promote alert calmness.
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    Course: Beverages, Breakfast, Smoothie
    Cuisine: gluten-free, grain-free, vegan
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 -2
    Author: Stephanie McKercher, RDN

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup packed baby spinach
    • 2 tablespoon water
    • 1 large frozen banana about 1 cup
    • 1 cup frozen mango chunks
    • 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder
    • ½ teaspoon turmeric
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla
    • 1 tablespoon each ground flax chia seeds, hemp seeds
    • 1.25 cups unsweetened milk of choice I used almond milk
    • 1-2 dates optional
    • Coconut flakes for topping optional, toast if desired

    Instructions

    • Add spinach and water to blender and blend until spinach is pureed. Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth. Add additional milk and/or ice if desired.
    • Transfer to glass and top with coconut flakes if desired
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    What are your favorite foods to eat when you want to feel energized?

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    1. Kellie@foodtoglow says

      June 14, 2016 at 4:37 pm

      5 stars
      This looks and sounds like a fabulous, balanced way to begin the day.

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        June 16, 2016 at 8:53 am

        Thanks, Kellie! Its wonderful at all times of day but especially great for breakfast! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      June 14, 2016 at 2:01 pm

      Tons of veggies and some nuts or fats will make me feel energized! So a power packed smoothie is wonderful!

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        June 16, 2016 at 8:53 am

        Yep, veggies and healthy fats are so key. Thanks, Rebecca! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

      June 14, 2016 at 1:06 pm

      I love everything about this beauty! The flavors, the color, the nutritional profile...love, love, love!

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        June 16, 2016 at 8:52 am

        Thank you, Sonali!! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Sara @sarahaasrdn.com says

      June 14, 2016 at 12:36 pm

      Pretty and I love drinks like this!

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        June 16, 2016 at 8:52 am

        Thanks so much, Sara! Me too! 🙂

        Reply

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