Smoothie Preferences

We all have our preferences when it comes to smoothies. For example, I really, really need it to be just that – smooth.  This was one of the main factors in getting a Vitamix Pro 750. Have I told you all just how much I love this blender lately?  Some people like adding ice to make sure it is super cold, others like adding lots of added proteins and superfoods or even sprinkling add-ons on top before serving.

My only requirement to date has been smooth but I may be adding airy to the list.  I didn’t even know it was possible to make something with 5 ingredients and have it seem as light as air but this was exactly what happened. I should have weighed the ingredients before and after blending because I’m almost certain I witnessed magic happening.

Spinach + Blueberry = Awesome

You really do need to try this Spinach Blueberry smoothie.  Really simple to make and while its “green” it ends up this really cool purple colour. I was pleasantly surprised after Day 2’s experiment ended up a little on the brown side.  Here’s a picture of the spinach blended with the milk before adding the blueberries as proof.

I really do like blending the greens and liquid a bit first before adding everything in though I doubt it is necessary with the Vitamix. Old habits, built from old blenders, can be hard to break.

I’d love to hear from you if you have any other examples of smoothies that are this light and airy. In the meantime, keep blendin’ on!

Spinach Blueberry Smoothie

Yield: 1

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

A light and airy "green" smoothie.

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Ingredients

• 3 cups loosely packed spinach
• ½ banana
• ¾ cup of low fat vanilla yogurt, greek or regular
• ½ cup of blueberries
• 1 cup of milk

Instructions

1. Add spinach and milk to blender and blend to break down the spinach.
2. Add remaining ingredients and blend until you reached your desired consistency.
3. Pour and enjoy!

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