Spring Greens and Berry Pear Layered Smoothie

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

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