High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Green Cucumber Pear Ginger Smoothie
This blended drink is cool, refreshing, and genuinely satisfying ā the kind of green smoothie that actually tastes good rather than just looking virtuous on your counter. Ripe pear brings natural sweetness that makes the whole thing feel indulgent without a drop of added syrup, and the cucumber keeps it light and hydrating from the first sip to the last. Fresh ginger adds a gentle warmth and a little zing that ties everything together beautifully. One of the trickiest things about store-bought smoothies and juice blends is that high fructose corn syrup sneaks in through sweeteners, flavored coconut waters, and even some bottled lemon juices ā but every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, so you know exactly what you're drinking. A touch of raw honey is the only optional sweetener, and the ripe pears usually mean you won't even need it. Blend it on high for a full minute and a half and you'll get a completely smooth, vibrant green drink that's ready to pour and enjoy right away.
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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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