Cinnamon Matcha Banana Rice Protein Smoothie
This gentle, lightly sweet smoothie is designed for GLP-1 users with nausea, using low-fat, mild-smelling ingredients that are easy to digest. Brown rice adds a soft carb base for steady energy while plant-based protein and mild cinnamon-matcha flavor support protein needs in a small, sippable portion.
Ingredients
- 120 g cooked brown rice — fully cooled
- 350 ml unsweetened almond milk — chilled
- 40 g unflavored or mild vanilla plant-based protein powder — scoopable powder
- 80 g ripe banana — sliced and frozen if possible
- 1.5 g ground cinnamon — measured
- 1 g matcha green tea powder — sifted optional
- 10 g maple syrup — liquid optional
- 120 g ice cubes — roughly 6–8 small cubes optional
Instructions
- Add the cooked, fully cooled brown rice and almond milk to a blender and blend on high until the rice is completely smooth and no visible grains remain.
- Add the plant-based protein powder, banana, ground cinnamon, and matcha powder (if using) to the blender.
- Blend again until very smooth and creamy, gradually adding ice cubes if you prefer a colder, thicker smoothie; stop as soon as the ice is crushed to keep the texture gentle on the stomach.
- Taste and add maple syrup if you need a little extra sweetness, blending briefly to combine.
- Let the smoothie sit for 2–3 minutes to allow any foam to settle, then pour into two small glasses for slow sipping.
Tips for GLP-1 users
If your nausea is strong, skip the ice and drink this closer to room temperature, and sip slowly over 20–30 minutes to reduce stomach upset.
You can cook a batch of brown rice ahead of time and freeze it in small portions, then thaw in the fridge for an easy, gentle carb base when your appetite is low.
If matcha feels too stimulating when you feel unwell, omit it and keep just the cinnamon for a warm, comforting flavor that’s less likely to trigger nausea.
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