Ginger Smoothie

Pear, Oat and Ginger Smoothie

HELPFUL TIP: Freezing the pears overnight reduces the amount of ice needed for blending the next day and results in a thick and creamy texture.
RATING
SERVES
2
PREP TIME
10 min
RECIPES
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    Ingredients

    • 2 1/2 medium to large pears such as red Anjou, peeled, seeded, and chopped (2 2/3 cups)
    • 1 3/4 cups skim milk or almond coconut, or oat milk
    • 1 cup Greek yogurt
    • 2/3 cup quick-cooking oats
    • 1/3 cup ice cubes
    • 2 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or Greek honey
    • 2 tablespoons almond butter
    • 1 1/4 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus more for garnish
    • Coarse salt

    Instructions

    1. Freeze pears in a single layer on a baking sheet overnight.
    2. Combine pears, milk, yogurt, oats, ice, maple syrup or honey, almond butter, ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a blender.
    3. Blend on low speed, then gradually increase speed to high. Blend until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour into chilled glasses, and garnish with ground cinnamon. Serve immediately.

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