Autumn Sweet Potato Smoothie

The bright fall flavors of sweet potato, apple, cranberries, and ginger create this smooth, delicious alternative to apple cider.

Ingredients

• 1 cups (225 g) red grapes
• ½ medium (65 g) orange, peeled, halved
• ½ each (100 g) sweet potato, peeled, cooked
• ½ medium (90 g) apple, seeded, halved
• 1 piece fresh ginger root, 1/4" slice
• 2 each (40 g) dates, pitted
• ¼ cup (25 g) frozen cranberries
• 2 cups (260 g) ice cubes

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.
2. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed.
3. Blend for 45 seconds or until desired consistency is reached, using the tamper to press ingredients toward the blades.

Notes

Balance the tart flavors of cranberries with the sweetness of dates.

Nutrition

1 serving (349g)

• Calories: 180

• Total Fat: 1%

• Total Carbohydrate: 94%

  • Dietary Fiber: 5g
  • Sugars: 31g

• Protein: 5%

• Cholesterol: 0mg

• Sodium: 35mg