Start your day with a perfectly balanced green smoothie to get all your nutrients in in just five minutes with a few ingredients! Originally published June 2020. Last updated April 2023.
You can call me Goldilocks when it comes to smoothies because they have to be just right. Creamy but thin enough to sip through a straw but not too thin, because then it's just juice, right? And, of course, flavorful. Today's green smoothie checks all the boxes in the tastiest way. Let's get into it!
If you enjoy this quick and easy green smoothie, you'll also love my summer fruit & spinach smoothie and this acai smoothie with kale.
What does it taste like?
If you've never put green tea in a smoothie, you're in for an energizing treat! You'll taste the familiar earthy and bright green grassy notes of matcha. There's also natural fruity sweetness and refreshing minty herbal notes with subtle warmth from ginger. It is really a beautifully balanced smoothie unlike any other you've tasted and kids don't even notice the greens we sneak in.
What You'll Need for this Recipe
This fruity and minty green smoothie is made with just a handful of easy ingredients. Here's what to add to your grocery list to make it.
- Baby Spinach provides the beautiful green color in combination with matcha but you won't even taste it. Feel free to use other greens you might have on hand like baby kale, collards, or chard.
- Pineapple is what makes this smoothie naturally sweet and lends fresh juicy flavor. I like to use frozen pineapple here to make the smoothie ice cold and thicker without ice. In a pinch, you can use fresh pineapple instead of frozen. Just be sure to also add in a few ice cubes.
- Matcha Powder should be added to taste depending on how much you are familiar with and enjoy it. I add up to a full tablespoon but if you aren't sure yet, start with 1 teaspoon. No matter the amount be sure to use a high quality, ceremonial or culinary grade matcha. Take $10 off my favorite matcha brand!
- Mint Leaves add a refreshing twist of flavor that I find so soothing at the start of the day. Sometimes you have to fake a calm morning until you make it, right? Use whatever kind of fresh mint you have on hand, including spearmint and peppermint.
- Ginger - You can use powdered ginger instead of fresh. One inch of fresh ginger converts to about 1 ¼ teaspoon dried and ground ginger.
- Coconut Milk (from the carton not the can) is my preference in this recipe because of the subtle tropical nuttiness it adds but you can use whatever you have on hand, including dairy or almond milk.
- Honey is only necessary if your pineapple isn't sweet enough. Ripe, juicy, golden pineapple will provide enough natural sweetness on its own so taste test before adding it!
How else can I use matcha?
Iced or Hot Pistachio Matcha Latte
Tips & Tools to Make this Smoothie
Grab a sharp knife and cutting board as well as a blender, of course. I like to sip my easy green tea smoothie from an aesthetic glass with a sustainable straw.
Can I meal prep a matcha green smoothie? For sure and you have options. Make frozen smoothie packs ahead of time then blend just before drinking. This is great for making multiple servings for the whole week. Or you can blend the smoothie up to two days ahead and shake it up before drinking.
More Favorite Smoothies with Benefits
Rotate different smoothie combinations on the regular to keep things fresh so you never get bored! Here are some of my most popular mixes for your meal prep routine.
Golden Pineapple Smoothie for Gut Health
Green Smoothie for Glowing Skin
Immune Boosting Sweet Orange Smoothie
Salted Dark Chocolate Protein Smoothie
Now that you know how to make a good smoothie with matcha, you're set for a uniquely delicious morning. And sharing is caring so be sure to pin this caffeinated green smoothie recipe for later and follow me over on Pinterest. Thanks for reading!
Pineapple Mint Matcha Smoothie Recipe
📖 Recipe
Pineapple Matcha Green Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 handful baby spinach
- 1 one-inch knob ginger or 1 ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 ½-2 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 10-12 mint leaves fresh
- 1 teaspoon honey optional
Instructions
- Add pineapple chunks, baby spinach, ginger, coconut milk, matcha powder, and mint leaves to blender.
- Pulse until liquified and uniform (about 45 seconds).
- Pour smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately while cold.
Jen Sim says
I had some leftover matcha in the cupboard and had no idea what to do with it so I whipped up your smoothie and I was so impressed! It was refreshing and delicious.
Robin says
This was the perfect substitute for my morning cup of tea! The matcha gave me just enough of a caffeine boost and the ginger helped clear the stuffy nose I always seem to wake up with. Plus, it tasted incredible!
Dee | Gimme From Scratch says
I made this smoothie a few days ago and it’s now the only way I will drink matcha. Matcha is so grassy tasting so I’m not fond of the plain teas but this mix of fruit with it is right up my alley!
Marcus Avery Christon says
As a mojito fanatic, this smoothie combines three of my favorite flavors. The mint really added a nice twist to the smoothie. I can't wait to make this one again! I promise not to add rum lol
Camille says
Jazz, just had to drop a line to tell you how much I loved your pineapple-matcha-mint smoothie recipe! It's like a tropical getaway in a glass. The matcha gives a unique twist and I'm all in for the health boost. Thank you for sharing, can't wait to see what you whip up next! xx
Christy Hoover says
Jazz, this looks so refreshing. It is heating up here in Texas and I can't wait to get home and try it.
Mila says
I love the flair that the mint brings! This is so refreshing for those hot summer days.
Katrina Adams says
Smoothies are so refreshing and full of flavor. I have to try this recipe!
Armelle Dee says
this smoothie is the best, full of vitamins and tasty
Erika | Black Girls Who Brunch says
I pretty much love ANYTHING with pineapple! This sounds good!
Chenée says
I love to start my day with a smoothie too! And I LOVE pineapple so I know this is good!
Adri says
This looks great, Jazz! I love the tip about using powdered ginger. I’ll definitely be giving it a try!
Marta says
I loved the combination of pineapple and matcha. I tend to shy away from matcha on its own, so this was perfect!
Chef Mireille says
This is my kind of green smoothie. First of all I am obsessed with matcha. It is such a great superfood to include in smoothies. The second reason I asbsolutely LOVE this green smoothie it does not have avocado. Not everyone likes or can eat avocado and the world seems to be obsessed with it!
I would totally make this smoothie!