Green Smoothie with Spinach, Pear, and Ginger

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups water (can substitute coconut water or milk of choice)
2 cups spinach, washed and dried
1 ripe pear, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
Honey to taste, optional
Mint to garnish, optional

Preparation 

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Notes:
To make a thicker smoothie, stir the ground flaxseed with 2 tablespoons of water and let stand at least 2 hours or overnight.