There are several signature fall fruits, including apples, persimmons, pomegranates, grapes, figs, and cranberries. One of our favorite fall fruits is the pear, which is as versatile as it is refreshing and delicious. Pair your pears with sweet, spicy, savory, or tart flavors and you’ll be pleased. That’s why we added ginger to this pear smoothie. The natural sweetness of the pear is a great balance to the spicy kick of the fresh ginger.
Pears are often underutilized ingredients in smoothies. They are popular to enjoy as healthy snacks, but people also add them to salads and some desserts. These bell-shaped fruits deserve a little more attention in smoothie recipes, not only for their flavor, but also for their impressive nutritional profile. A single medium pear provides:
- Calories: 101
- Carbohydrates: 27 grams (g)
- Protein: 1 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Vitamin C: 9% of the daily value (DV)
- Potassium: 4% of the DV
- Copper: 16% of the DV
- Vitamin K: 7% of the DV
The same serving also provides small amounts of other micronutrients, including folate, niacin, provitamin A, and polyphenol antioxidants. Pears with green skin, such as Bartlett pears, contain lutein and zeaxanthin, two compounds that are integral for healthy vision. Ruby-red pears, for example, contain anthocyanins that may help improve heart health and protect against certain types of cancer.
- Prep Time:5m
- Total Time:5m
- Serves: 1 serving
- Category: Full Body Cleanse Approved, Smoothies & Juices, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 pears, cored and chopped
- 1 - inch piece ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 c homemade almond milk
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp. raw agave nectar (optional)
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
- You can wait to add the agave nectar until you taste the blended mixture. If you think it needs sweetening, add the agave and blend for a little longer.
- Pour into a large cup and enjoy.
