Sweet, juicy pear and a slice of fresh ginger are a classic autumn pairing. Blended with yoghurt, they make a creamy smoothie with a gentle, warming kick.
1
pear large and ripe, cored
5 g
ginger peeled, about 1 cm
3 tbsp
natural yoghurt
3½ oz
water
1 tsp
honey or agave syrup, to taste (optional)
Garnish: None · Ice: Served up, no ice
Pear Ginger Smoothie with Yoghurt
Creamy and gently sweet, with juicy pear flavour and a warming ginger finish.
Pear and ginger appear together in many autumn desserts, because the spicy warmth of ginger lifts the mild sweetness of the fruit. Natural yoghurt adds creaminess and a light tang, and makes the smoothie more filling.
The original recipe listed "7 teaspoons ginger", which was clearly meant to be yoghurt; this version uses one small piece of ginger and three spoons of yoghurt. It makes a comforting breakfast in the cooler months and a nice snack in the afternoon.
About 1 cm gives a gentle warmth; use more if you like it spicy.
Yes, a small pinch works, but fresh ginger tastes brighter.
Only with plant-based yoghurt and agave syrup.
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