Pear takes the sharp edge off pineapple and makes it smoother and rounder. The result is juicy, sweet and pleasantly light, with a pale golden colour.
Garnish: Pineapple wedge · Ice: Served up, no ice
Pineapple Smoothie with Pear
Juicy and light, with sweet pear softening the tangy pineapple; smooth with a slight graininess.
Pineapple on its own can be quite acidic, and pear is the perfect way to soften it. A ripe pear is sweet, very juicy and has a fine, slightly grainy flesh that gives the smoothie body without dairy. Pineapple contributes vitamin C and a lively, tropical aroma.
With only three ingredients, the quality of the fruit decides everything, so choose a pineapple that smells sweet and a pear that is soft to the touch. It is a light drink for warm days or a fruity addition to breakfast.
Yes, drained pineapple in juice works; the smoothie becomes sweeter and less tangy.
Yes, it contains only fruit and water.
Fresh pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain, which can cause a slight tingling. It is harmless for most people.
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