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Green Matcha Smoothie with Spinach and Banana
A creamy one-serving smoothie with Japanese matcha, ripe banana, spinach, chia and ground flax—with exact measurements for 500ml and 350ml portable blenders.
This smoothie balances sweet banana with mild spinach and the fresh, slightly earthy flavour of Japanese matcha.
The original recipe used more liquid than most personal portable blenders can safely hold. This version is sized for Blendit’s 500ml blender and includes a separate 350ml formula.
Enjoy it immediately after blending for the freshest colour and texture.
Green Matcha Smoothie — 500ml Version
Creamy, lightly sweet and fresh with a gentle matcha flavour.
Ingredients
- 180ml unsweetened almond, oat or dairy milk
- ½ medium ripe banana, sliced
- 25–30g baby spinach
- 1.5g Japanese matcha, about ¾ teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
- 3–4 small ice pieces
- Optional: ½–1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Add the milk first.
- Add spinach and press it gently below the fill line.
- Add banana, matcha, chia and ground flax.
- Add small ice pieces last without overfilling.
- Secure and align the blender correctly.
- Blend for one full cycle. Shake gently and repeat briefly if needed.
- Serve immediately.
Do not exceed the fill line. Use small ice pieces with sufficient liquid and follow the instructions for your exact blender model.
Smaller recipe for a 350ml blender
| Ingredient | 350ml | 500ml |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | 130ml | 180ml |
| Banana | ⅓ medium | ½ medium |
| Spinach | 15–20g | 25–30g |
| Matcha | 1g | 1.5g |
| Chia | ½ teaspoon | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground flax | ½ teaspoon | 1 teaspoon |
| Ice | 2 small pieces | 3–4 small pieces |
If the mixture is too thick, add one tablespoon of milk at a time instead of adding a large amount immediately.
The best blending order
Milk helps the blades start moving and reduces dry matcha collecting near the base.
Placing greens close to the liquid helps them break down more evenly.
Banana adds body while matcha, chia and flax disperse through the liquid.
Use small pieces and leave enough room for circulation.
Read Best Portable Blender for Smoothies, Protein Shakes & Fresh Juice for more technique guidance.
Why these ingredients work together
Japanese matcha
Matcha provides the green-tea flavour and colour. Start with 1–1.5g if you are new to it, then adjust according to taste and caffeine tolerance.
See Best Matcha for Beginners and How to Tell if Matcha Is High Quality.
Banana and spinach
Ripe banana adds sweetness and creaminess. Baby spinach has a mild flavour and blends more easily than tougher leafy greens.
Chia and ground flax
Small amounts add texture and fibre. Too much can make a portable-blender smoothie overly thick.
Milk
Almond milk keeps the flavour light. Oat milk creates a creamier result, while dairy milk adds fuller body.
Easy variations
Replace banana with 80g ripe mango and reduce milk slightly if needed.
Add a small serving of vanilla or neutral protein powder and increase milk gradually.
Use frozen banana slices and reduce the ice.
Increase to 2g only after tasting the standard recipe.
Explore How to Use Matcha in Everyday Smoothies for more ideas.
Estimated nutrition per serving
Using unsweetened almond milk and no added sweetener, the 500ml recipe provides approximately:
| Nutrient | Estimated amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 125 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 19g |
| Protein | 3g |
| Fat | 4–5g |
| Fibre | 5g |
Actual values vary with milk brand, banana size, matcha amount and optional additions.
Can you prepare it in advance?
Fresh is best. Matcha colour and flavour gradually change with air exposure, while chia and flax continue absorbing liquid.
If necessary, refrigerate it tightly covered for up to 12 hours and shake well before drinking.
Rinse the blender promptly so matcha, banana and seeds do not dry around the blades. Read How to Clean and Maintain a Portable Blender.
Prepare it with Blendit
A smooth organic Japanese matcha option for everyday smoothies and lattes.
The recommended capacity for the full recipe.
Use the reduced recipe for a smaller serving.
Explore matcha, tools and sets for daily rituals.
Blend a fresh matcha smoothie
Choose the size that fits your Blendit blender, add liquid first and enjoy it immediately after blending.
Green matcha smoothie FAQs
Can I use frozen banana?
Yes. Cut it into small slices, allow very hard pieces to soften briefly and use enough liquid.
Can I use oat milk?
Yes. Oat milk creates a creamier and slightly sweeter smoothie.
How much matcha should I add?
Use about 1–1.5g for a gentle flavour, then adjust according to taste and caffeine tolerance.
Can I omit chia or flax?
Yes. The smoothie will be slightly thinner.
Why is my smoothie too thick?
Seeds and frozen banana absorb or reduce available liquid. Add one tablespoon of milk at a time.
Can I make it without banana?
Yes. Mango, peach or avocado can replace banana, but sweetness and liquid may need adjustment.
Can I prepare it the night before?
Fresh is best. If necessary, refrigerate tightly covered for up to 12 hours.
Does this smoothie contain caffeine?
Yes. Matcha naturally contains caffeine, and the amount varies with the powder and serving.
Final thoughts
This green matcha smoothie is an easy way to combine Blendit’s Japanese matcha with a practical portable-blender routine.
Use the measured version that matches your blender size, add the liquid first and adjust the matcha gradually according to taste and caffeine tolerance.
Blendit is a wellness brand founded in Lebanon, helping people build simpler everyday rituals through carefully selected portable blenders, premium organic Japanese matcha, drinkware and future functional wellness products.