Iced Green Tea Lemonade:
Ingredients:
2 green tea bags
4 cups of water
Juice of 2 lemons
Honey or your preferred sweetener (optional)
Ice cubes
Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions:
Bring the water to a boil in a pot or kettle.
Add the green tea bags to the boiling water and let it steep for about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
Once the tea has cooled, add the lemon juice and stir well. You can also add honey or your preferred sweetener to taste if desired.
Fill a pitcher with ice cubes and pour the green tea lemonade over the ice.
Stir well to chill the drink and combine the flavors.
Serve the iced green tea lemonade in glasses, garnished with lemon slices. Enjoy!
Matcha Latte
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon of matcha powder
2 teaspoons of hot water
1 cup of milk (dairy or plant-based)
Sweetener of your choice (optional)
Whipped cream or foam (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
In a bowl, whisk together the matcha powder and hot water until it forms a smooth paste.
Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling. You can also heat the milk in a microwave-safe mug in the microwave.
Pour the hot milk into the bowl with the matcha paste.
Use a whisk or a handheld milk frother to vigorously whisk the matcha and milk together until frothy and well combined.
If desired, add sweetener to taste and stir until dissolved.
Pour the matcha latte into a cup or mug.
Optionally, top with whipped cream or foam for an extra touch of indulgence.
Sip and enjoy your creamy and comforting matcha latte!
Green Tea Smoothie:
Ingredients:
1 cup of brewed green tea, cooled
1 ripe banana
1 cup of fresh spinach leaves
½ cup of frozen mango chunks
½ cup of Greek yogurt
Honey or your preferred sweetener (optional)
Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
In a blender, combine the brewed green tea, banana, spinach leaves, frozen mango chunks, and Greek yogurt.
Blend on high speed until all the ingredients are well combined and smooth.
If desired, add honey or your preferred sweetener to taste, and blend again to incorporate.
If you prefer a colder and thicker consistency, you can add a handful of ice cubes and blend until smooth.
Pour the green tea smoothie into a glass and serve immediately.
Enjoy the healthy and refreshing green tea smoothie as a healthy snack or breakfast option.
Green Tea Infused Fruit Salad:
Ingredients:
Assorted fresh fruits of your choice (e.g., berries, kiwi, pineapple, watermelon, grapes, etc.)
1-2 green tea bags
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare a cup of green tea by steeping the tea bag(s) in hot water for 3-5 minutes. Let it cool completely.
Wash, peel, and chop the fruits into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped fruits.
Pour the cooled green tea over the fruits and gently toss to coat them.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, garnish the fruit salad with fresh mint leaves for an extra burst of freshness.
Serve the green tea-infused fruit salad as a healthy dessert or snack.
Feel free to adjust the ingredient amount or experiment with more flavors to suit your taste. Have fun with these green tea recipes and check out other ways to have this wonderful beverage!