Name: Pear Coconut Green Smoothie
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Smoothie
Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened almond milk(you could sub any other type of milk, or coconut water or coconut milk for a stronger coconut flavor); 2 handfuls spinach (I keep my spinach in the freezer for smoothies to ensure freshness); ½ inch fresh ginger, peeled; Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed; 1 tablespoon unrefined virgin coconut oil; Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 very ripe pear, cored and cut into chunks (I used a Bartlett pear, but any pear will work); 2 to 3 ice cubes, if needed; Optional: Unsweetened shredded coconut for topping

Description

Pear Coconut Green Smoothie is an easy and delicious, nutrient-rich smoothie recipe!

Ingredients

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1 cup unsweetened almond milk(you could sub any other type of milk, or coconut water or coconut milk for a stronger coconut flavor)
2 handfuls spinach (I keep my spinach in the freezer for smoothies to ensure freshness)
1/2 inch fresh ginger, peeled
Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
1 tablespoon unrefined virgin coconut oil
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 very ripe pear, cored and cut into chunks (I used a Bartlett pear, but any pear will work)
2 to 3 ice cubes, if needed
Optional: Unsweetened shredded coconut for topping

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Instructions

Blend the milk, spinach, ginger, chia seeds/flaxseeds, coconut oil, and cinnamon until the spinach has broken down and everything is well blended.
Add the pear and blend until the pear is smooth. Taste the smoothie and add a few ice cubes to adjust the temperature as needed.
Pour the smoothie into 1 large glass or divide between two small glasses. Sprinkle with shredded coconut, if desired. Enjoy immediately.