Start Mom’s day off with a soothing and invigorating smoothie. This combination of earthy matcha and fresh mint with the slight sweetness of maple syrup results in a delicious sipper. Let Mom savour it slowly and enjoy the complex layers of flavour. The frozen bananas keep it cold and refreshing while the hemp hearts give it a dash of protein.
Slice and freeze
The night before you want to make this smoothie, slice a banana, place slices in a freezer-proof container or bag and place in freezer. This will make it easier than working with a whole frozen banana.
This recipe was originally published in the May 2025 issue of alive magazine.
Mint Matcha Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 mL) oat milk
- 2 tsp (10 mL) maple syrup
- 1 tsp (5 mL) matcha powder
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) hemp hearts
- 1 cup (250 mL) baby spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh-picked mint leaves, a few reserved for garnish
- 1 frozen banana (see tip)
Directions
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To blender, add oat milk, maple syrup, matcha, hemp hearts, spinach, mint, and frozen banana to. Blend on high until smooth. Garnish with mint and serve immediately.
