Sunday, March 20, 2011

Refreshing OJ Non-Smoothie Drink

I can't always drink smoothies, I was looking for something to quench my thirst. Used up some fruits we got at the farmer's market last weekend. Definitely refreshing!

Yield: 1 Serving
Speed: Variable to High
Time: 1 minute

Ingredients
2 oranges, peeled
4 two-inch cubes watermelon, frozen
3 ice cubes

Directions
1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container and secure lid.
2. Select variable 1.
3. Turn machine on and quickly increase speed to variable 8.
4. Switch to High speed and blend for 1 minute or until desired consistency is reached.

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Apple Banana Sweet Potato Smoothie

I am not a breakfast person, but everyone knows the morning meal is the most important, right? Other than a coffee, I don't make time to prepare something for myself. I tried this out today with some leftovers I had in my fridge, and it was so delicious and easy. It's pretty good considering I am not a fan of banana and sweet potato! I found the recipe on the Vitamix website, and I modified it with what I had on hand.

Yield: 1 Serving
Speed: Variable
Time: 1 minute

Ingredients
1/4 sweet potato, cooked and peeled
1/2 cup soy milk
1/2 banana
1 tsp honey
4 ice cubes

Directions
1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container and secure lid.
2. Select variable 1.
3. Turn machine on and quickly increase speed to variable 8.
4. Blend for 1 minute or until desired consistency is reached.