Passion fruit brings a perfumed, tangy kick, pear keeps things soft and sweet, and matcha adds a subtle grassy depth. A good smoothie for mornings when you want fruit and a little tea in one glass.
1
pear ripe, cored
1
passion fruit pulp only
1 tsp
matcha powder
3½ oz
apple juice
5 oz
water
Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice
Pear Passion Fruit Smoothie with Matcha
Fruity and tangy with a soft pear body and a gentle grassy note from the matcha.
Matcha is finely ground Japanese green tea. Because you consume the whole leaf, it tastes intense and contains caffeine, roughly comparable to a cup of green tea or more, so one teaspoon is plenty. Passion fruit pulp, including its crunchy seeds, adds acidity and a tropical aroma, while pear and a splash of apple juice balance it with sweetness.
The smoothie is light and refreshing and suits breakfast or the early afternoon. Because of the caffeine, it is not ideal late in the evening.
Yes, matcha is green tea and contains caffeine. Leave it out for a caffeine free version.
Yes, all ingredients are plant based.
Yes, 50 ml passion fruit juice can replace the fresh fruit, but the aroma will be less intense.
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