Holiday Kefir Pear Green Smoothie Recipe
A refreshing and nutritious Holiday Kefir Pear Green Smoothie combining creamy kefir, sweet pear, and vibrant spinach with warming spices like cinnamon and ginger, perfect for a healthy start to your day or a revitalizing snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Base
- 1 cup Lowfat Plain Kefir
Fruits
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 a pear
- Pear slices from the other 1/2 of the pear (for garnish)
Vegetables
- 1–2 cups spinach
Spices & Flavorings
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. ginger
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including kefir, frozen banana, spinach, half a pear, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla extract. Ensure the banana is frozen for optimal texture and chill the kefir beforehand if desired.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Place all the ingredients into a high-speed blender in the order listed, starting with kefir, followed by frozen banana, spinach, pear, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla. This layering helps the blender operate smoothly.
- Blend: Begin blending at a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend until the mixture becomes thick and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated and smooth in texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Slice the remaining half of the pear and use it to garnish the rim of your serving glass. Pour the smoothie into the glass and enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.
Notes
- Use frozen banana to achieve a creamy and chilled smoothie texture without adding ice.
- Adjust the amount of spinach based on your preference for greens; start with 1 cup for a milder flavor.
- For extra sweetness, add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if desired, though the banana and pear usually provide sufficient natural sweetness.
- Vanilla extract enhances the holiday flavor profile, but can be omitted if unavailable.
- This smoothie is best consumed immediately to enjoy optimal freshness and nutrients.
Keywords: kefir smoothie, green smoothie, pear smoothie, holiday smoothie, healthy drink, spinach smoothie, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla, nutritious beverage
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