Low Sugar Green Cucumber Pear Ginger Smoothie
Cool, hydrating, and naturally sweet, this blended drink is proof that you don't need a drop of added sugar to make something genuinely craveable. Ripe pears do the heavy lifting here, bringing a soft, floral sweetness that pairs beautifully with the brightness of fresh lemon juice and the gentle heat of real ginger. Cucumber keeps everything light and refreshing, while baby spinach sneaks in a boost of green goodness without turning the flavor grassy or bitter. Coconut water ties it all together with a subtle tropical note and natural electrolytes, making this feel more like a treat than a health obligation. The optional raw honey is just that — optional — so if your pears are perfectly ripe, you may not need it at all. Everything goes into the blender in one shot and comes out silky smooth in under two minutes, which makes this an easy win on a busy morning or a hot afternoon.
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2 servings
- 1 medium english cucumber (about 10 oz), roughly chopped
- 2 ripe bartlett or anjou pears, cored and roughly chopped
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, loosely packed
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Can be omittedraw honey
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Add the coconut water and lemon juice to the blender first, followed by the spinach, cucumber, pear, and ginger.
- 2
Add the ice and honey, if using. Blend on high speed for 60–90 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible leafy or fibrous bits.
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