Ⓥ Vegan Kitchen: Matcha Watermelon Smoothie Ⓥ

I'd been wanting to try this amazing sounding matcha smoothie recipe over at the LunchBoxBunch.com for a while. It called for watermelon which I never had on hand but now that it's the summer season they're becoming cheaper which is nice. I tried their version the first time around but didn't use a frozen banana and I do believe it makes a world of difference, so make sure your bananas are frozen when you make this recipe. I also altered the original recipe a little bit to my personal liking. And I've included optional ad-ins that I always use in my smoothies but are totally optional--I just love the health kick. ;) 

I must admit this is definitely going to be a summer favourite! I already loved matcha so much and this is probably one of my favourite matcha recipes now. Hope you enjoy as much as I do! 

Matcha Watermelon Smoothie

1 Banana, frozen

1/2 cup Watermelon cubes, frozen

1-2 tsp Matcha

1/2 Tbsp Chia seeds, soaked overnight or for at least 10 minutes

1 cup Hemp Milk (or other non-dairy milk)

touch of Stevia to sweeten (or other sweetener of your choice)

optional ad ins: 

Protein powder 

1 tbsp Hemp seeds

1 Tbsp Flax seeds

Handful of Kale or greens

Toss all the ingredients together in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. Add less or more liquid to get your desired consistency.   

Makes 1 serving. Enjoy! 

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Ⓥ Vegan Kitchen: Matcha SoyGurt NoGurt! Ⓥ

This was one of my first recipes when I decided to start making "NoGurt." I always started my mornings with smoothies and then one morning I felt like something different but still wanted something delicious and creamy--and to still start my day with protein and fruit. This came about because I also wanted a bit of a "wake up" and since I don't drink coffee Matcha is the magical solution.  

Matcha is fantastic and super healthy for you--a great alternative to coffee if you need some energy! 

Some Matcha Facts:

It has approximately 70 times the antioxidants of orange juice, 9 times the beta-carotene of spinach, and has more antioxidant power than blueberries. 

The health benefits of Matcha may also include:

* Significantly increases energy (over 8-10 hours) without the caffeine 'jitters'

* Improves mental alertness

* Increases calmness and reduces stress

* Boosts metabolic rate by 35-40% in regular drinkers, facilitating weight loss

* Powerful 'anti-aging' activity due to super-charged antioxidants

* Lowers blood pressure

* Decreases levels of LDL or 'bad' cholesterol

* Minimizes symptoms of PMS

* Super immune-boosting activity due to high levels of polyphenols and catechins

* Stabilizes blood sugar levels

* Powerful anti-biotic and anti-viral activity

* Strong blood cleanser/detoxifier and alkalizer due to high chlorophyll content.

Cool eh?  

Matcha "Soygurt"

1 Ripe Banana

1/4 block of Medium Tofu

1/2-1 tsp Matcha Green tea Powder

1 tsp Agave Nectar

1/4 Almond Milk (or other non-dairy milk)

1/4 cup Water

Throw all the ingredients together in a food processor (or high-speed blender) and blend until creamy, slowly adding the water until you get a nice thick smooth consistency. You may want to add a bit more sweetener depending on your taste buds. The trick is making sure the banana is super ripe, if it's just barely ripe or still a bit green it won't be as sweet. 

Makes 1-2 servings. 

Great over granola or fresh fruit! Come to think of it, this would be amazing over pancakes too!

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