Sunshine Smoothie
Carrots and lemon are complimented by sweet oranges to make a healthy juice-style smoothie.
Ingredients
- 720 ml (3 cups) water
- 500 g (4 Tablespoon) medium orange, peeled, halved
- 400 g (6 Tablespoon) carrots
- 20 g (2 Tablespoon) slices lemon, ¼"
- 260 g (2 cups) ice cubes
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed, and quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds.
Chef's Notes
Instead of ice cubes try frozen mango to boost the nutrition and flavor. Maybe try a little fresh ginger or turmeric to give this smoothie a refreshing spice.
Ingredients
- 360 ml (1 ½ cups) water
- 250 g (2 medium) oranges, peeled, halved
- 200 g (3 ) carrots
- 10 g (1 slice) lemon, 1/4"
- 130 g (1 cup) ice cubes
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
Chef's Notes
- Instead of ice cubes try frozen mango or pineapple to boost the nutrition and flavor. Maybe try a little fresh ginger or turmeric to give this smoothie a refreshing spice.
Ingredients
- 360 ml (1½ cup) water
- 280 g (2 Tablespoon) medium orange, peeled, halved
- 200 g (3 Tablespoon) carrots
- 10 g (1 slice) lemon, ¼"
- 130 g (1 cup) ice cubes
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed, and quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds.
Chef's Notes
Instead of ice cubes try frozen mango to boost the nutrition and flavor. Maybe try a little fresh ginger or turmeric to give this smoothie a refreshing spice.
Ingredients
- 95 g (¾ cup) ice cubes
- (1 slice) lemon, 1/8"
- 100 g (¾ cup) carrot
- 150 g (1 medium) orange, peeled, quartered
- 120 ml (½ cup) water
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the blade base.
- Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
Chef's Notes
- Instead of ice cubes substitute frozen mango or pineapple to boost the nutritional value. Add a piece of ginger or turmeric to spice this smoothie.
