Pear Ginger Smoothie
Pear Ginger Smoothie is a creamy, high protein pear smoothie recipe with juicy Bosc pear, Greek yogurt and the flavor of fresh ginger!
I don’t make smoothies often enough and really need to change that. I simply forget about them sometimes because they’re just not part of my daily routine.
When I’m struggling to come up with a last minute breakfast or snack for my boys, I’ll whip up an orange smoothie, chocolate banana protein smoothie, or this creamy Pear Smoothie.
They’re so easy to make and they always satisfy!
The idea for this pear smoothie came to me when I had nothing but ripe pears and some plain Greek yogurt in the fridge. I’d never experienced pears in smoothies before, so I thought it was time to change that.
Pear and ginger is a combination that I love, so I added freshly grated ginger to the mix.
Most people haven’t experienced pear in a smoothie, so it’s fun to watch them try and guess what they’re tasting!
The ginger adds an unexpected, delicious flavor that my family had a hard time pinpointing.
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- This pear smoothie nice and creamy with a mild sweetness and plenty of fresh flavor.
- There are only 4 ingredients involved.
- It’s high in protein and there’s no added sugar.
- It comes together in mere minutes with minimal prep.
- This smoothie is easily customizable with your favorite yogurt and milk.
Recipe ingredients
This pear ginger smoothie recipe only includes 4 ingredients, so it comes together in minutes!
- Ripe Bosc pear
- Unsweetened almond milk
- Plain unsweetened Greek yogurt (may be subbed with dairy free yogurt)
- Fresh grated ginger
- Ice
See Recipe Notes regarding how to grate fresh ginger without peeling it!
How to make this recipe
This pear smoothie is one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever make.
- Chop the pears. Cut the pears into chunks. Do not peel the pears as that’s where the majority of the nutrition is!
- Prepare the smoothie. Place the pears, almond milk, Greek yogurt, grated ginger and ice in your blender in the order listed and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
FAQs
You can use your favorite variety of pear in this smoothie, but I recommend Bosc pears as they’re even juicier and sweeter than Bartlett pears.
Fresh ginger will definitely give this pear smoothie more flavor, but if you don’t have any on hand you can try adding 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger and add more from there.
Recipe notes
- 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger root provides a flavor that you can taste but it’s not overpowering. If you’re unsure about it, try using 1-2 teaspoons first and add more if desired.
- I store my fresh ginger in a zip top bag in freezer. When I’m ready to use it, I grate the desired amount with my Microplane grater peel and all!
- This smoothie is plenty sweet with no added sweetener. If you’d like a sweeter smoothie, use vanilla Greek yogurt or add the desired amount of honey or maple syrup.
- Make this pear smoothie dairy free by using dairy free yogurt. I love Sigi’s plant-based coconut Greek yogurt in vanilla cinnamon flavor.
Additional pear recipes you’ll love:
- Apple pear crisp
- Banana smoothie
- Butternut squash pear soup
- Pear pie
- Pear salad
- Pear upside down cake by Fine Cooking
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Pear Ginger Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 lb. 2 medium ripe bosc pears, peel on, cut into chunks
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 7 ounce container plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger*
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a blender and mix until smooth. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- *1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger root provides a flavor that you can taste but it’s not overpowering. If you’re unsure about it, try using 1-2 teaspoons first and add more if desired.
- I store my fresh ginger in a zip top bag in freezer. When I’m ready to use it, I grate the desired amount with my Microplane grater peel and all!
- You can use your favorite variety of pear in this smoothie, but I recommend Bosc pears as they’re even juicier and sweeter than Bartlett pears.
- This smoothie is plenty sweet with no added sweetener. If you’d like a sweeter smoothie, use vanilla Greek yogurt or add the desired amount of honey or maple syrup.
- Make this pear smoothie dairy free by using dairy free yogurt. I love Sigi’s plant-based coconut Greek yogurt in vanilla cinnamon flavor.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
**This post was originally published in September 2015. The photos, recipe and text have been updated.
36 Comments on “Pear Ginger Smoothie”
Ginger and Pear!! Never ever thought of the two together! I love them separately so WHY NOT!
I’ve had ginger and pear together in pie and it was WONDERFUL! Why not exactly! Hope you try it soon, Gigi! 🙂
So glad to hear you got some rain this week, I’m sure that was much needed! I’ve never thought to add ginger to a smoothie before, but I love the idea! This looks so wonderful.
The rain was much needed, and we are supposed to have a really wet winter…fingers crossed! The ginger made this so refreshing. Thanks, Danielle, and hope you’re having a great weekend!
This looks so so so delish! I so wish I had one right now!
Thanks, Jocelyn! 🙂
I love using pear in smoothies! Love the flavors in this one! Pinning to try it tomorrow!
Thanks, Mira! The ginger was new for me and I loved it!
It’s been too hot for September here too, so I’ve been craving all of the cold drinks and smoothies! This looks fantastic, Marcie! I love the pear and ginger flavors! What a great combination!
Thanks, Gayle! Hope it’s cooling off for you! 🙂
I so need to get my hands on some fall pears! Still haven’t bought any so far this year. 😉 This smoothie is definitely gonna be one of the first things I throw ’em in! LOVE the combo of ginger and pears—so many cool flavors!
I’ve been eating pears so much lately — I can’t get enough! They were ripening too fast since it’s so bleeping hot out here so smoothies had to be made! haha Thanks, Sarah!
Ginger and Pear!! I love both. But I wouldn’t have tight of combining these two. Smoothie sounds incredibly delish, Marcie! 🙂
Thank you, Anu! It really is a lovely combination. 🙂
Dear Marcie, I love pear and ginger together. I make a pear and ginger pie in the fall..it is just one of my favorite pairings. This smoothie sounds refreshing and delicious. These September afternoons are still a little warm and this would be a perfect midday treat. xo, Catherine
I had a pear and ginger pie in cooking school and haven’t made it yet! It really is a delicious combination — thanks, Catherine!
What a great idea to use a pear and ginger in this smoothie Marcie! I’ve never added pear to a smoothie before but why not?! I love how it’s fall-inspired and I bet the ginger gives it a perfect little kick. Yum!
Adding pear was a first for me, too! It’s been so hot they’ve been ripening too fast and I had to do something! Haha. Thanks, Alyssa!
Wasn’t that break from the hot weather nice? I’m hoping we get some more cool weather soon! I love that you added ginger for a kick of flavor to this smoothie. I’ll be trying this one soon! 🙂
The break was nice, and I’m glad a cool down is coming again! I’m done with this heat — it’s time for chili and soup! But I will still make smoothies. ?
we don’t have the heat you guys are experiencing but we do have the rain and its stopping my plans like apple picking. I love pears this time of the year. Great breakfast!!
Thanks, Z, and I hope the weather cooperates so you can go pick those apples! ?
I’ve never had a pear smoothie before Marcie, It sounds so good!
Thanks, Christin!
I definitely start most days with a smoothie even in colder weather! Although it does get mixed in with oatmeal! 🙂 LOVE the pear ginger combo! I’ve actually never put pear in my smoothies before! Ginger always, but the pears need to happen!
Why have I never thought to add pear to smoothies?! Gah!! I can’t wait to try this!
I’d never thought about it before either, and I’m glad I finally did! haha Thanks, Jamie!
We make smoothies all of the time! This version looks delicious!
Marcie, this looks so refreshing. We’ve been having a lot of smoothies lately, and I just so happened to pick up some pears at the grocery store! Once they’re ripened up I’ll have to give this recipe a try! 🙂
This really is refreshing and I hope your pears ripen really soon!
I make a smoothie just about every day.. They’re just such an easy way to sneak in some fruits & veggies, and to make something super quick.
My baby has been loving my smoothie lately, so I might need to try this recipe out and just go really light on the ginger. She hasn’t tried Greek yogurt yet but I think she’d love it. Yum!
I really need to get smoothies into my routine more. My boys love them and they are a wonderful way to sneak in more produce!
Love this smoothie! The combination of the ginger and pear was delicious. I added a little honey.
I’m glad you enjoyed it Lisa and thank you for the feedback! 🙂
I love this smoothie! Cuz I love fresh ginger. It’s so invigorating. Thank you!
I’m so glad you love it too! The fresh ginger truly makes it special. 🙂