Caramelized Pear, Chocolate and Goat Cheese Smoothie

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
13%
Caramelized Pear, Chocolate and Goat Cheese Smoothie
15 min.
1
430kcal

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Craving something decadent yet surprisingly healthy for breakfast or brunch? This Caramelized Pear, Chocolate and Goat Cheese Smoothie might sound a little out there, but trust me, it's a flavor explosion you won't want to miss! It's vegetarian, gluten-free and the perfect morning pick me up if you don't have much time to cook!

The star of the show is the caramelized pear. Broiling the pear slices brings out their natural sweetness and adds a wonderful depth of flavor that complements the richness of the cocoa. Then the tang of goat cheese paired with the sweetness of the honey and milk creates a unique and satisfying profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Don't be scared of the goat cheese, it adds a creamy saltiness that's absolutely divine.

This smoothie isn't just delicious, it's also packed with protein from the Greek yogurt. The cocoa brings in some healthy antioxidants. It's the perfect way to start your day or enjoy as a quick and satisfying afternoon treat. Plus, it's incredibly easy to make, ready in just 15 minutes! Get ready to experience a flavor combination you’ll adore with every sip!

Ingredients

  •  purée of usa bartlett pear cored sliced
  • pinch cardamom 
  • tablespoon cocoa 
  • tablespoon cacao nibs 
  • tablespoons goat blue
  • 0.3 cup greek yogurt 
  • teaspoon honey 
  • cup milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon olive oil 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • blender
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Drizzle the pear slices with oil, place on a baking pan in a single layer and broil until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes per side. Keep an eye on them!Puree everything in a blender or food processor until smooth, serve garnished with crumbled cheese and cocoa nibs and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories430kcal
Protein16.96%
Fat37.63%
Carbs45.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
163.27
Glycemic Load
16.12
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.420000076294%

Flavonoids

Catechin
3.24mg
Epicatechin
9.82mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:429.59kcal
21.48%
Fat:18.51g
28.47%
Saturated Fat:10.28g
64.28%
Carbohydrates:50.27g
16.76%
Net Carbohydrates:41.92g
15.24%
Sugar:36.59g
40.66%
Cholesterol:42.28mg
14.09%
Sodium:274.89mg
11.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:11.5mg
3.83%
Protein:18.77g
37.53%
Calcium:452.78mg
45.28%
Phosphorus:425.36mg
42.54%
Vitamin B2:0.59mg
34.82%
Fiber:8.35g
33.39%
Vitamin B12:1.84µg
30.64%
Potassium:732.9mg
20.94%
Magnesium:83.17mg
20.79%
Vitamin D:2.75µg
18.36%
Selenium:12.56µg
17.95%
Copper:0.35mg
17.39%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.34%
Zinc:2.14mg
14.29%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.1%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.91%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.81%
Vitamin A:553.94IU
11.08%
Vitamin C:7.89mg
9.56%
Vitamin K:9.16µg
8.72%
Iron:1.17mg
6.48%
Folate:20.96µg
5.24%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.57%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.46%