Garnish: A cucumber slice · Ice: Served up, no ice
Method
Brew the fruit tea and let it cool completely.
Wash the cucumber and cut it into pieces.
Wash, core and dice the pear.
Blend everything for about 40 seconds and serve.
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Taste
Mild and gently sweet, with juicy pear, fresh cucumber and a soft fruity tea note.
About this smoothie
Cucumber supplies freshness and lots of water, pear the sweetness and a soft, slightly grainy body. Ripe pears blend especially smoothly and make any extra sweetener unnecessary. Cooled fruit tea adds colour and a light fruit aroma while keeping the drink free from added sugar. The combination is mild enough for people who are new to vegetables in smoothies. It is a light drink for warm afternoons or a relaxed breakfast.
Bartender tips
The riper the pear, the sweeter and creamier the smoothie.
A few mint leaves add an extra fresh accent.
Variations
With ginger
Add a small piece of fresh ginger for gentle warmth.
Frequently asked questions
Does the smoothie taste of cucumber?
Only lightly. The pear and the tea dominate, the cucumber mainly adds freshness.
Is it vegan?
Yes, it is completely plant based.
Can I prepare it ahead?
It is best fresh, but it keeps for a few hours in a closed jar in the fridge.