Lemon wakes up the soft, floral sweetness of a ripe pear. Half an apple adds crispness, and the whole thing tastes a bit like a liquid pear sorbet.
1
pear ripe, cored
½
red apple cored, skin on
¾ oz
lemon juice about half a lemon
5 oz
water
Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice
Juicy and bright, with floral pear sweetness and a clean lemon tang.
Pear and lemon are a well known pairing from desserts and preserves, where the acidity of the lemon brings out the delicate pear aroma. In this smoothie a ripe pear gives body and sweetness, half a red apple adds crispness, and fresh lemon juice provides a clear, bright acidity. Lemons are well known for their vitamin C.
The smoothie is vegan and light. It works well in the morning or as a refreshing glass on a warm afternoon.
Yes, it contains only fruit and water.
It is fresh and tangy, but the pear keeps it balanced.
Yes, lime gives a more aromatic, slightly tropical note.
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