Honeydew melon is mostly water and aroma, which makes it ideal for a light summer smoothie. Pear adds body, pineapple a bright tang that stops the drink from tasting flat.
1
pear
150 g
honeydew melon peeled and seeded
75 g
pineapple peeled
3½ oz
water
Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice
Pear Melon Smoothie with Pineapple
Light and juicy, with honeyed melon, soft pear and a bright pineapple tang.
Honeydew melon has pale green, very juicy flesh with a delicate, honeyed sweetness. It contains a lot of water, so the smoothie needs only a little extra liquid. Pear brings a soft texture and more sweetness, while pineapple adds acidity, vitamin C and a lively tropical note.
The result is one of the lightest smoothies you can make, pale in colour and very refreshing. It suits hot days, a light breakfast or a drink after a swim, when something heavy would be too much.
Yes, it contains only fruit and water.
Yes. Cantaloupe gives an orange colour and a stronger aroma; watermelon makes it thinner.
It is best fresh, as melon loses its aroma and the smoothie separates. Stir well if you store it.
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