Amazing 5-Minute Spiced Pear Smoothie (Winter Detox Drink)
Tired of the same green juice? This winter smoothie blends juicy pear with warming spices and greens for a refreshing detox drink that stands out. It gives you a reason to click and rejuvenate your routine.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Modern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe pear, cored and chopped (leave skin on for fiber)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup packed spinach or kale
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for extra texture)
- 4-5 ice cubes (adjust for desired thickness)
Instructions
- Place the chopped pear, almond milk, spinach or kale, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves into your blender.
- Add the chia seeds, if using.
- Add the ice cubes.
- Secure the lid firmly.
- Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides once.
- Pour immediately into a glass.
- Enjoy this warming, detoxifying drink right away.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh ginger for ground ginger, using about a 1/2 inch knob, peeled.
- For a sweeter drink, add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup or a pitted Medjool date before blending.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a splash more almond milk until you reach your preferred texture.
- This smoothie is best consumed immediately for maximum nutrient benefit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Smoothie
- Calories: Approx. 180-220 (Varies based on pear size and milk choice)
- Sugar: Approx. 20g (Natural sugars from pear)
- Sodium: Approx. 75mg
- Fat: Approx. 3g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
- Fiber: Approx. 8g
- Protein: Approx. 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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