Green Tea Reishi Protein Smoothie

Green Tea Reishi Protein Smoothie

This Green Tea Reishi Protein Smoothie is a refreshing, antioxidant-rich blend designed to nourish the body while supporting recovery, focus, and overall wellness. Cooling green tea provides gentle energy, while raspberries add bright flavor and powerful antioxidants. Reishi mushroom powder contributes adaptogenic support, and protein helps promote muscle maintenance and tissue repair.
Light yet satisfying, this smoothie offers a delicious way to incorporate functional ingredients into your daily routine without sacrificing flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup brewed green tea cooled
  • ½ cup frozen raspberries
  • ½ frozen banana
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  • 1 scoop collagen peptides
  • ½ teaspoon reishi mushroom powder
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional
  • Pinch cinnamon optional
  • 1 cup ice

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
  • ½ teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 handful baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon cashew butter for extra creaminess

Instructions
 

Step 1

  • Brew green tea and allow it to cool completely.
  • For a colder smoothie, brew the tea slightly stronger and chill before using.

Step 2

  • Add green tea, raspberries, banana, protein powder, collagen peptides, reishi powder, coconut oil, cinnamon, and ice to a high-speed blender.

Step 3

  • Blend until completely smooth and creamy.

Step 4

  • Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.

Step 5

  • Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

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Health & Healing Benefits

  • Green tea provides catechins that help reduce oxidative stress and support healthy inflammatory balance.
  • Reishi mushroom is traditionally valued for immune support and adaptogenic properties.
  • Protein powder and collagen peptides provide amino acids that support muscle recovery and connective tissue health.
  • Raspberries contribute vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative damage.
  • Coconut oil provides healthy fats that support nutrient absorption and satiety.

Texture Level

Smooth • Sip-Friendly

Nutritional Information (Approximate Per Serving)

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 18–24g
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 4g

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For a creamier, more indulgent version, replace half of the green tea with unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk. The mild berry flavor helps balance the earthy notes of reishi, making this an excellent introduction to functional mushroom beverages.

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