Matcha gives this fruit smoothie a pale green colour and a subtle, grassy bitterness. Sweet pear and apple balance it, so the result tastes fresh rather than like tea.
1½
pear
½
red apple
1 tsp
matcha powder
5 oz
water
Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice
Apple Pear Smoothie with Matcha
Juicy and fresh, with sweet pear and apple and a mild, grassy matcha finish.
Matcha is finely ground green tea powder from Japan, traditionally whisked with hot water for the tea ceremony. In smoothies it adds a grassy, slightly bitter flavour and a green colour. It contains caffeine, so keep that in mind if you drink it in the evening.
Pears are the base here: juicy, soft and sweet, with a little apple for freshness. Together they round off the bitterness of the tea nicely. The smoothie is light and works well as a gentle pick-me-up in the morning or early afternoon.
Yes. A teaspoon of matcha contains caffeine, so it is best enjoyed earlier in the day.
Yes, all ingredients are plant based.
Too much matcha or unripe fruit can make it bitter. Start with half a teaspoon and use ripe pears.
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