Garnish: No garnish needed · Ice: Served up, no ice
Method
Wash the rocket and shake it dry.
Peel and seed the melon and cut the flesh into cubes.
Wash, core and quarter the pear.
Blend everything with the cold water for about 60 seconds and serve.
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Taste
Juicy and sweet at first, then a light peppery spice from the rocket; fresh and light.
About this smoothie
Honeydew melon has a pale green, very juicy flesh with a mild, honeyed sweetness and a high water content, which makes it ideal for light, refreshing smoothies. The pear adds body and a soft sweetness, and rocket brings a mustardy, peppery spice plus vitamin K. Used sparingly, it gives the smoothie character without making it taste like salad. A good choice for anyone who finds pure fruit smoothies too sweet.
Bartender tips
Use young rocket leaves; large ones can be quite bitter.
If it is too spicy, add more melon or half a banana.
Variations
With baby spinach
Replace the rocket with baby spinach for a milder version.
Frequently asked questions
Does it taste of rocket?
A little: it shows as a peppery note at the end.
Is it vegan?
Yes. It contains only fruit, rocket and water.
Can I prepare it ahead?
Better fresh; rocket gets sharper and the melon separates after some time.