Matcha Mango Smoothie

Tropical mango smoothie lifted with earthy ceremonial matcha.

Matcha-mango pairs grassy tea bitterness with tropical sweetness. Whisk matcha into a little liquid first to avoid clumps; frozen mango makes a sherbet texture. Lovely as an afternoon dessert drink.

Ingredients

• 1 tsp matcha powder
• 1.5 cups frozen mango
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/2 banana
• 1 tbsp honey

Steps

1. Whisk matcha with a splash of warm water until lump-free.
2. Add almond milk, mango, banana, and honey to the blender.
3. Pour in the dissolved matcha.
4. Blend on high until smooth and frothy.
5. Pour into glasses and dust with a pinch of matcha.

Tips

• Ceremonial or latte-grade matcha tastes cleaner than cooking grade.
• If matcha is strong, add more mango or banana.
• Dairy or soy milk both pair well.

• Peach or pineapple can replace mango.
• Green tea powder alters flavor if matcha is unavailable.

Matcha aroma fades fast—drink immediately; same-day fridge only.