This Cucumber Pear Smoothie is unexpectedly delicious. The cucumber adds amazing flavor and fluffy texture, while the pear makes it sweet and so tasty!
Today's smoothie isn't my standard green, but it's still full of veggies. We're making this fabulously creamy pear smoothie with cucumber and cinnamon. It might not be the most typical combo but dang is it good! I'm a big believer in breakfast. I think it kick starts your metabolism and helps fuel your body for the day ahead, but it can also help set the tone for your eating habits. I find that when I eat a nourishing breakfast like this cucumber pear smoothie, I crave more nourishing foods for the rest of the day. And I also don't snack as much, which helps me stay on track.
Why You'll Love This Cucumber Pear Smoothie Recipe
- Start your day with a veggie fix. I love adding veggies to my smoothies, like this pear cucumber smoothie and my favorite green smoothie. You'll feel healthy, energized and totally satisfied. And you know that you've started your day on the right foot.
- Satisfying. I like to make sure my smoothie is actually going to fill me up, so I focus on adding fiber, protein, healthy fats and carbohydrates. This pear smoothie has it all and more!
- Refreshing and delicious. The pear and cucumber make this smoothie super hydrating and it tastes amazing too!
What You'll Need
Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.
- Ripe pear – Adds sweetness, but is still low on the glycemic index.
- Fresh cucumber – It's bright, refreshing and adds an amazing texture.
- Chia seeds & almond butter – For healthy fats and protein.
- Vanilla protein powder – For even more protein.
- Cinnamon – To help round out the flavor and regulate our blood sugar.
- Unsweetened almond milk – Or another milk you like to use in smoothies.
How to Make a Cucumber Pear Smoothie
- Combine. Add the ingredients to your blender.
- Puree. Turn on the blender and puree until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- Serve. Garnish as desired and enjoy!
Tips and Variations
- Try another spice. I love cinnamon for its cozy flavor, but ground ginger would also work well, as would cardamom, which is always delicious with pear!
- Add fresh ginger. Another tasty option is to replace the cinnamon with freshly grated ginger root. It'll give the cucumber pear smoothie a little bit of a kick!
- Make sure it's completely smooth. I always peek in the blender and stir the smoothie a bit before pouring it into glasses just to make sure everything is totally blended.
How to Store Leftovers
If you have extra cucumber pear smoothie, you can refrigerate it in a jar or airtight container for up to a day. Stir it before serving; it won't be as thick and creamy, but it will still taste good.
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Cucumber Pear Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ medium cucumber peeled
- 1 medium pear cored and chopped
- 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon creamy almond butter or other nut butter of your choice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup almond milk or milk of your choice
- 6 – 7 ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients into a blender, in the order listed, and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve with a side of cucumber and enjoy summer in smoothie form!
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