I have a small confession to make: I've never been a fan of coconut! But I really want to be, so I keep trying 😊 I've heard that matcha & coconut is a lovely combination, and given my deep love of matcha, I knew I had to give it a try. The verdict? I can honestly say it was the first time I ever enjoyed coconut! Turns out all it needed was a little matcha magic 💚 I usually think coconut overpowers everything but it doesn't here at all. It's such a light, refreshing smoothie with a wonderful balance of flavors. Another great way to change up my daily matcha routine!
Vegan, gluten-free
Serves 2
Adapted from A Couple Cooks
Ingredients
14 oz. can light coconut milk
1 ripe banana
1 cup pineapple (fresh or frozen)
2-3 tsp. Encha organic matcha (latte grade)*
1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
2 Tbsp. agave (or maple syrup, honey, etc)
Small handful ice
Directions
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Adjust sweetness by adding more agave if desired.
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*Note: any grade of matcha will work with this recipe - either ceremonial, latte, or culinary! Here's the matcha brand I LOVE and recommend:
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Wow this looks so delicious and refreshing! Perfect for summer :) I am a huge coconut lover!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm trying to get on the coconut train! This was a great first step ;)
DeleteIt's over 100 degrees here today so this smoothie is pretty much all I want right now! It looks so creamy and refreshing. And of course, not too coconutty. ;)
ReplyDeleteWhoa - heat wave already!! These would be the perfect solution! ;) Are you a matcha drinker too?
Deletesounds delicious :) yumyy perfect for summer
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Thanks Anna! :)
Deletei love matcha this sounds great i will have to try this
ReplyDeleteHi Nancy! Matcha is incredible, isn't it? :) What's your favorite way to prepare it? Hope you enjoy the smoothie!
Deletei was given ceremonial grade...is that ok to use
ReplyDeleteHi Barbara! Definitely! I've used ceremonial, latte, and culinary grade for this before :) Are you new to matcha? It's amazing stuff! Wishing you a very happy new year!
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