Recipe

Start your day with this energizing, antioxidant-packed green tea smoothie bowl. Our Original Green Tea Grounds blend with creamy banana, spinach, and your favorite toppings to create a nutritious breakfast or snack that's as beautiful as it is delicious.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Riverboat Tea Original Green Tea Grounds
• 1/2 cup hot water (160-180°F)
• 1 frozen banana
• 1 cup fresh spinach or kale
• 1/2 cup frozen mango or pineapple chunks
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
• 1/2 cup almond milk or coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1/2 cup ice cubes

Topping Suggestions

• Fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
• Sliced banana or kiwi
• Granola or muesli
• Chia seeds or hemp seeds
• Coconut flakes
• Sliced almonds or cashews
• Drizzle of honey or almond butter

Brewing Instructions

1. Brew the tea: Brew in a coffee maker or heat 1/2 cup of fresh filtered water to 160-180°F. Add 1 tablespoon of Original Green Tea Grounds and steep for 2-3 minutes.
2. Cool quickly: Strain tea and let cool for 5 minutes, or add a few ice cubes to chill rapidly.
3. Blend base: In a high-speed blender, combine cooled green tea, frozen banana, spinach, frozen mango, yogurt, almond milk, honey, and ice cubes.
4. Blend until smooth: Blend on high for 30-60 seconds until thick and creamy. The consistency should be thicker than a regular smoothie—like soft-serve ice cream.
5. Adjust consistency: If too thick, add a splash more milk. If too thin, add more frozen fruit or ice.
6. Serve: Pour into a bowl and arrange your favorite toppings in sections or patterns.
7. Enjoy immediately: Eat with a spoon and savor the textures and flavors.

Pro Blending Tips

Use frozen banana for the creamiest, thickest texture—fresh banana makes it too thin. The key to a perfect smoothie bowl is achieving a thick, spoonable consistency, so start with less liquid and add more only if needed. Blend on high speed and use the tamper if your blender has one. The spinach adds nutrients without affecting the flavor—you won't even taste it! Prep tea the night before and refrigerate for an even quicker morning routine.

Variations

Tropical Green Tea Bowl: Use mango, pineapple, and coconut milk with coconut flake toppings.
Berry Green Tea Bowl: Add frozen mixed berries and top with fresh berries and granola.
Chocolate Green Tea Bowl: Add 1 tablespoon cacao powder and top with cacao nibs and banana.
Protein Green Tea Bowl: Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder for post-workout fuel.

Health Benefits

This smoothie bowl is a nutritional powerhouse combining green tea's antioxidants (catechins and EGCG) with vitamins, minerals, and fiber from fruits and greens. Green tea supports metabolism, brain function, and heart health. Spinach provides iron and vitamins A, C, and K. Banana offers potassium and natural energy. Greek yogurt adds protein and probiotics for gut health. Perfect for sustained energy, post-workout recovery, or a nutrient-dense breakfast.

Perfect Occasions

Enjoy this green tea smoothie bowl for breakfast, post-workout recovery, afternoon snack, or as a healthy dessert alternative. It's perfect for meal prep—make the base ahead and store in the fridge, then blend and top fresh each morning. Great for busy mornings, weekend brunch, or anytime you want a nutritious, Instagram-worthy meal.

Meal Prep Tips

Prep smoothie packs by portioning frozen banana, mango, and spinach into freezer bags. When ready to make, just add the frozen pack, brewed tea, yogurt, and milk to the blender. Store brewed green tea in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep toppings prepped in small containers for quick assembly.