Matcha Protein Shake

This fantastic Matcha Protein Shake will seriously blow your mind. It's extra thick, nutty and so creamy. Vibrant, flavorful, and packed with superfoods - spinach, matcha, avocado. So healthy! Ideal breakfast or pre-workout meal.

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• Why this protein shake is so good?
• Ingredients used
• How to make Matcha Protein Shake
• Substitutions
• Smoothie variations
• Tips for storing
• Recipe tips
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For me, breakfast has to be delicious, no compromising. It's the first meal of the day, after night fasting and I expect all my senses to explode. But breakfast also has to be healthy, filling, and balanced. Meaning it has to include fiber, fats, and proteins. This magical trio keeps blood sugar stable keeping us full for hours.

When I'm making smoothies or shakes, I always combine ingredients to get delicious flavors, but also to create a complete meal. Using wholesome ingredients and superfoods I ensure my body gets all it needs for the busy day ahead.

This Matcha Protein Shake is quite perfect. It's sweet, nutty, extra thick, packed with superfoods, like avocado, spinach, and incredible matcha. It's a complete, well-balanced meal with a neat bonus - it has no added sugars.

Ingredients used

You will need just a few simple ingredients for this matcha protein shake recipe.

• Milk: I used unsweetened almond milk, but you can use any milk you like in this recipe, dairy or plant-based.
• Avocado: He's my favorite fatty friend and a great addition to smoothies and protein shakes. He makes shakes extra creamy, but importantly, he's packed with essential heart-healthy and anti-inflammatory Omega-3’s. Avocado is also rich in magnesium, potassium, and fiber. Quite a superfood with many health benefits. (1)
• Spinach: It's a superfood, loaded with tons of nutrients in a low-calorie package. He's important for skin, hair, and bone health. He also provides protein, iron, vitamins, and minerals. (2) I used mild and delicate baby spinach.
• Matcha powder: I used pure ceremonial grade matcha. Matcha is packed with antioxidants. It boosts metabolism and help burns calories.
• Almond butter: I used creamy almond butter without added salts. Almond butter is a very good source of proteins and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, as well as fibers. (3) A great addition to smoothies and shakes as it makes them more nutritious.
• Protein powder: I like to use a vanilla-flavored protein powder.
• Coconut flakes: They are product of dried coconut meat and great source of healthy medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), fiber and protein. (4)

How to make Matcha Protein Shake

Making this healthy matcha shake is super easy. All you need is a good blender and 5 minutes of your time.

Step by step instructions

• Start with measuring all the ingredients. I like to use measuring cups.
• Take the blender and add all ingredients. Note: add wet ingredients first for easier blending.
• Turn on the blender and mix at high speed until you get a smooth texture.
• If the shake is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until shake is smooth.
• Taste the shake and add additional sweetener if you like. (See "Sweetener recommendation" section for my suggestions)
• Transfer the shake into a shaker or smoothie cup. 
• Add toppings (optional): I used coconut flakes. Be creative here and add toppings you like. 
• Serve and enjoy!
• Makes 1 cup that serves 1 person as a full meal, or 2 people as a light meal.

Substitutions

• You can use any dairy or plant-based milk here.
• You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter, or any other nut-butter.
• You can add seeds like chia seeds, ground flax seeds, or hemp seeds to make shake more nutritious.
• You can substitute spinach with fresh kale.
• You can substitute coconut flakes with coconut oil or MCT oil.

Smoothie variations

Make it vegan: Use plant-based milk. Use plant-based protein powders.

This smoothie is keto. To make it even more keto-friendly, use MCT oil instead of coconut flakes. Omit almond butter to cut down carbs. Alternatively use ½ cup unsweetened almond milk and ½ cup coconut cream.

Tips for storing

• Store in a shaker with a lid and keep refrigerated for up to one day.
• If you left the shake standing long it will set. Don't forget to shake or stir it before drinking!
• Remember, all smoothies and shakes oxidate when left standing. That's not bad. But it's best to have the smoothie fresh.

Recipe tips

When you're adding ingredients to a blender, always add the liquids first. Doing this will help your blender run easily and it will prevent lumps.

Use a high-power blender to ensure everything blends well and shake is silky smooth. 

Frozen avocado is the best for making this green tea protein shake. It blends into a thick very refreshing drink with a cold punch.

If you don't have a frozen avocado, just slice the avocado and pop it in the freezer for at least 1 hour. Alternatively, just use ice cubes.

If the shake is too thick, add more liquids, water (recommended), or milk, until you achieve desired consistency. It should be creamy, but not too dense. 

Sweetener recommendation

This protein matcha shake uses vanilla flavored protein powder, which contains a low-carb sweetener that gives enough sweetness. I don't recommend adding any extra sugar. But if you find this shake not sweet enough, you can add some. Just be mindful.

• Add 1-2 dates, date syrup, liquid honey, or maple syrup.
• If you are using dates, make sure you soak them in warm water for at least 10 minutes. Drain them before using them.
• Use liquid stevia or any liquid low-carb sweetener for the keto / low-carb option.
• Coconut sugar or any other cristal sugar won't work well here. It will not dissolve well in a cold smoothie mixture.

This Matcha Protein Shake will definitely get you excited to wake up in the morning. The powerful combination of fiber, healthy fats and protein makes it very filling. Added almond butter and coconut flakes make this matcha shake extra delicious, extra nutty.

It's the best matcha protein shake you'll ever try - an ideal breakfast, pre-workout meal, or afternoon pick-me-up drink. Give it a try, and let me know what you think in the comments below.

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