Cinnamon Free Green Cucumber Pear Ginger Smoothie
Cool, hydrating, and naturally sweet, this blended drink is a refreshing way to pack real nutrition into a single glass. The combination of crisp cucumber, ripe pear, and fresh baby spinach creates a beautifully smooth green base that tastes far more indulgent than it looks. A generous hit of fresh ginger brings a lively, warming kick that ties everything together without relying on any spice blends or pre-mixed powders that might sneak in unwanted ingredients. Coconut water keeps the texture light and adds a subtle natural sweetness, while a squeeze of lemon juice brightens the whole thing up. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to warming baking spices, this smoothie is a genuinely satisfying option ā every ingredient is whole, simple, and easy to verify. A drizzle of raw honey is entirely optional, so you can dial the sweetness up or down depending on how ripe your pears are. Blend it up, pour it over ice, and drink it immediately for the best color and flavor.
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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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