Spring Greens and Berry Pear Layered Smoothie
This pretty purple and green pear smoothie celebrates spring with fresh greens and sweet basil layered with deep purple berries. Kefir is a drinkable yogurt full of probiotics. Spinach and chia seeds are both “superfoods” packed with fiber, protein, vitamins and many other nutrients. Mixed with the antioxidant-rich berries, and all that fiber and vitamin C found in the pears, and with this you’ll have a vibrant, healthy way to start your day.
- Green Layer
- 1 very ripe or overripe USA Green Barlett, Anjou, or Comice Pear, cored and chopped
- 1/2 cup blueberry kefir
- 1 cup packed baby spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
- Juice of 1/2 Meyer or regular lemon
- 1/2 cup ice
- Purple Layer
- 1 very ripe or slightly overripe USA Red Bartlett or Anjou Pear
- 1/2 cup blueberry kefir
- 1 cup purple spring berries, such as blackberries, blueberries, and marionberries
- Juice of 1/2 Meyer or regular lemon
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup ice