Traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies, matcha green tea has been a part of the Japanese culture since the 12th Century. Specifically, the zen buddhist monks loved the stuff. Zen monasteries incorporated matcha into their rituals and it became highly appreciated by others in the upper-echelons of society during the 14th through 16th centuries.
The health benefits of matcha vs. green tea are incomparable. One glass of matcha is equivalent to 10 glasses of green tea (in terms of nurtitional value and antioxidant content)! This makes sense when you look at the science behind it. The matcha powder is essentially a delicately ground tea leaf, so rather than drinking the brewed water from tea leaves, you are actually ingesting the entire leaf.
If you're new to matcha, I recommend trying it out this weekend. Matcha may be served hot, iced, or in the recommended smoothie below. Most specialty tea shops and health food stores (like Trader Joes, Sprouts, and Whole Foods) will carry matcha. So this Saturday, I challenge you to ditch the coffee, summon your inner zen buddhist monk, and start your day with a new ritual that involves your health. When you do, I want you to hashtag it #MorningMatchaChallenge. With naturally occurring vitamin C, potassium, iron, and fiber, it makes a wonderful alternative to your morning cup of joe.
Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy. Note: I like to start with the liquids, greens, nuts/meals, and powders. Once blended, I'll add the frozen stuff.
I served these in shot glasses as a sampler, but you can drink this for breakfast or as a snack!
Try some other breakfast shakes!
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