Chestnut Free Green Cucumber Pear Ginger Smoothie
Cool, hydrating, and packed with natural sweetness, this blended drink is the kind of thing that makes you feel good from the first sip. Ripe pear brings a soft, floral sweetness that plays beautifully against the brightness of fresh ginger and lemon juice, while baby spinach adds a gorgeous green color without overpowering the flavor. English cucumber keeps everything light and refreshing, and coconut water gives it a subtle tropical note that makes it feel a little more special than your average smoothie. The whole thing comes together in under two minutes of blending ā just layer your ingredients, run it on high, and you're done. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, this recipe is naturally built from fruits, vegetables, and simple pantry staples, so there's nothing to second-guess. A touch of raw honey is optional but worth it if your pears aren't quite at peak ripeness. Serve it immediately for the best texture and that vivid, vibrant green color.
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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)
- 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 60ā90 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible leafy or fibrous bits.
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