Nightshade Free Green Cucumber Pear Ginger Smoothie
Cool, hydrating, and naturally sweet, this blended drink is proof that a smoothie can feel genuinely refreshing without relying on any of the usual nightshade suspects. English cucumber and ripe pear do the heavy lifting here, creating a silky base that's light but surprisingly satisfying. Fresh baby spinach adds a gorgeous green color and a subtle earthiness that you barely taste once the pear and ginger come through. Speaking of ginger ā that single tablespoon punches well above its weight, giving the whole glass a gentle warmth and a little zing that keeps things interesting. Coconut water brings natural electrolytes and a mild sweetness, while lemon juice brightens everything up without overpowering the delicate fruit flavor. A drizzle of raw honey is completely optional, so you can dial the sweetness up or down depending on how ripe your pears are. Blend it on high until everything is completely smooth, pour it over ice, and you've got a drink that feels like a treat but works hard for you at the same time.
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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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