Alright. I've been eyeing the Vita-Mix for about 2 years. I really wanted one, especially for smoothies. The local shop charges $5.00 for a smoothie, and it can be pretty expensive if you want to customize or add any mix-ins, like nuts. So, I got a different blender in the meantime, which subsequently can barely chop ice, let alone make a smoothie that's (ahem) smooth. I started doing more research (read: asking my Twitter pals and watching endless videos online) and finally decided to take the plunge. I ordered a factory refurbished model through the Vita-Mix website under "online specials." The refurb still comes with a 7 year manufacturer warranty, which is excellent because my old blender had a 6-month limited warranty. The mixers are expensive, but I've had mine for a day and a half and I'm already in love and made 2 wonderful smoothies. Just so you know, Vita-Mix isn't sponsoring me or anything. I paid for the mixer myself and this mini review is from the heart.
So, here's my first smoothie recipe. I warn you in advance, it is a bit tart which is how I love them. But feel free to add some sweetener of your choice. I you are using frozen fruit, you don't need to add the ice. I used fresh fruit this time, so I added ice. This recipe makes 2 medium-large glasses full.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple
- 1/2 banana
- 1-2 TB fresh lime juice
- about 8 fresh cranberries
- 1 1/4 cups ice
- 1/2 cup water
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