Peppermint Chocolate Wheat Grass Hopper Smoothie

Benefits of:

Peppermint-helps relieve 

                   indigestion 

                   heartburn

                   nausea

                   sinus/respiratory infections 

Wheat Grass-detoxifies 

                      gives you energy

                      better sleep 

                      reduces inflammation 

Raw Cacao-dietary fiber

                    cardiovascular health

Hemp Milk-strengthens immune system

                  anti-inflammatory 

                  improves circulation

Mango-skin cleanser/unclogs pores

                   alkalizes your body

                   high in iron 

                   aides digestion

These are just a few benefits of each ingredient in this smoothie.  A refreshing smoothie for anytime of day, also a smoothie that will give you health benefits everyday!

Ingredients:

1 cup organic wheat grass water

1/2 cup organic hemp milk

1/4 cup organic mango

1 1/2 t organic raw cacao

1/2 t organic pure peppermint extract

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Cinnamon Ginger Pear Smoothie

My inspirations for this drink were two large, very ripe, organic pears and a recent mail order delivery of organic ginger root powder. I decided to add some detoxifying cinnamon to the mix and some fig fiber for good measure. Enjoy this sweet and light meal!

Cinnamon Ginger Pear Smoothie

2 organic pears (cored and pealed)
1 frozen organic fig
2 T organic oatmeal ( I used One Degree)
1/2 cup organic hemp milk
1 1/2 t organic cinnamon
1 t organic ginger root powder (or 1" of fresh ginger root)
1 leaf of organic kale
3/4 cup ice

In the above order, in a Vitamix or high speed blender, mix ingredients from low speed to high, spending 20-30 seconds on high.

This post was written by guest blogger Jeff.

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Vegan Chocolate Drop Smoothie

Some people may turn to an expresso in the middle of the day to give themselves a boost of energy.  My shot of energy comes in the form of cool, creamy, and decadent liquid chocolate.

Freeze any leftover you may have and now you have a frozen malted.

Ingredients:

2 cups ice
1 cup organic hemp milk
1 cup filtered water
1 organic banana
2 T organic nut butter of choice
2 T organic raw cacao powder
Vegan organic chocolate sauce

Method:

Place all ingredients (except the chocolate sauce) into a high speed blender, blend until totally smooth.

Now the fun part, grab your chocolate syrup and squirt all around the inside of a large glass, pour in smoothie and enjoy!!

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Vegan Granola Monster Smoothie

This smoothie has to be enjoyed using a spoon.  Crunchy, chocolate chip and almond granola is mixed into the smoothie, and then topped with whipped cream and more granola.

Make a monster batch for your next party!

Ingredients:

1 cup organic hemp milk

2 frozen organic bananas

1/2 cup filtered water

1 scoop organic chocolate nutritional powder

1 cup chocolate chip and almond granola - recipe

Vegan whipped topping

Method:

Place hemp milk, bananas, water, and nutritional powder into your Vitamix.  Process until smooth; pour smoothie into a large glass.  Gently mix in 3/4 cup granola; top with whipped cream and remaining granola.

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Coffee Date Smoothie

I was getting myself ready for a 12 mile canoe trip and was inspired to create this drink with a bit of a caffeine kicker.  For best results, cold brew the coffee in advance. Our recipe for cold brewed coffee is here.

Coffee Date Smoothie:
1 frozen organic banana (broken into pieces) - if using fresh add ice
4 organic dates (pitted)
1/2 cup cold brewed coffee concentrate
1 cup organic hemp milk
3 T organic quick oats (I used One Degree)
1/2 t organic cinnamon (I actually used pumpkin spice)

In a Vitamix or high speed mixer mix the ingredients in the above order from low speed to high. Spend 20-30 seconds on the highest speed. Enjoy!

This post was written by guest blogger and waterman, Jeff.

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Berry Beet Leaves Smoothie

Well, yesterday's post talked about all the great produce that we got with our spring shares in the local community-supported agriculture program. So, today I was inspired to work up a new smoothie recipe..

Don't throw away (or compost) the leaves from fresh beets! You'll love them as the greens in your next smoothie.

Berry Beet Leaves Smoothie:

1 organic banana
2 T organic oatmeal
11 ounces organic coconut water
5 ounces filtered water
1 t organic matcha powder
2/3 cup organic frozen mixed berries
4-5 organic beet leaves

In a Vitamix, or high speed mixer, combine the ingredients in the above order. Blend from low to high spending 30 seconds on the highest speed.

Enjoy these sweet greens!

This post was written by guest blogger, and smoothie expert, Jeff.

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Vegan Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie

Today I woke up needing chocolate today.  Don't know why, but I had to feed my craving.  I didn't want to turn to something unhealthy, which was very tempting.  I wanted to keep to my morning routine of having a smoothie.  So I created this smoothie that tastes just like a peanut butter cup.  It's rich, creamy, and most importantly, chocolatey!

Ingredients:

1 cup organic hemp milk

1/2 cup filtered water

1/2 cup ice

1 1/2  tablespoons organic raw cacao powder

1 scoop protein powder, chocolate flavor

1 organic banana

1/4 cup organic almond butter

Method:

Place all ingredients into a VitaMix.  Start on level 1 and gradually continue to level 10, then on high for 10 seconds.

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Blueberry Supreme Smoothie

Since I've been working working with turmeric in drinks lately, I wanted to try to create a sweet and spicy smoothie. This one wound up having so many layers of flavor, I had to label it the Supreme.

Blueberry Supreme Smoothie:

1 organic banana

1 cup organic hemp milk

4 ounces organic coconut water (or filtered water)

3/4 cup frozen organic blueberries

2 T organic oatmeal (uncooked)

2 T organic pomegranate powder

2 T organic shredded coconut

1/2 t organic matcha powder

1" fresh organic turmeric root (grated)

1/8 t organic cayenne pepper

1 cup organic kale 

In the above order in a Vitamix or high speed blender, mix from low to high spending 20-30 seconds on the highest speed.

Enjoy the complex of flavors!

This post was written by guest blogger Jeff.

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Turmeric Elixir

Okay, so since creating the ginger one I am all about the elixirs. Finding fresh organic turmeric root in the market was the key to making this yellow-orange, super-spiced elixir. It should work well for headaches and other anti-inflammatory needs...

Turmeric Elixir:
4" fresh organic turmeric root (grated)
juice from 1/2 organic lemon
1 cup organic coconut water
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch Himalayan Salt

Caution: Turmeric stains; believe my turmeric stained fingers, food processor and toothbrush.

In a high speed blender or Vitamix, combine the ingredients in in the above order. Mix from low speed to high, spending 20 seconds on the highest speed.

As with the ginger elixir, try a few ounces of this drink added to hot water for an eye opening tea.

Enjoy!

This post was written by guest blogger Jeff.

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Chocolate Smoothie with Turmeric

First of all, I've got to say I am not a huge fan of turmeric.  The taste is not pleasing to me and it stains everything in sight!  With that said, I can no longer ignore this powerful spice any longer though. I need its anti-inflammatory magic.  So, I figured if I can't beat it, I might as well join it (and bring chocolate)!

This smoothie is delicious and one I can drink everyday.  So, turmeric is here to stay, with chocolate, that is.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup organic hemp milk

1/2 cup filtered water

1/2 cup ice

1 organic banana

1 scoop of organic nutritional powder, chocolate flavored

1/2-1 t organic turmeric 

Method:

Place all ingredients in order listed above into a high speed blender.  Blend until smooth.

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Cherry Fig Smoothie

For smoothies in the winter, I tend to buy up all the different types of frozen organic fruits that I run across in the market. Today, I wanted to try using a couple of fruits that are outside of my "normal" smoothie rotation, namely figs and cherries. The figs are frozen whole ones, which require a complete thawing before putting in the blender. I am so psyched to try this new combination of flavors again soon. Hope you enjoy it too!

Cherry Fig Smoothie 

 

3 organic figs (if frozen, thaw completely)

1/2 cup organic dark cherries (frozen)

4 ounces organic hemp milk

4 ounces water 

2 T organic oatmeal

1 t organic matcha powder

2/3 cup organic kale

1/3 cup organic spinach

In the above order, in a Vitamix or high speed blender, mix the ingredients from low speed to high. Mix for 30 seconds on the highest speed. 

This post was written by guest blogger Jeff. 

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Totes McOats Smoothie

Since I have been taking walks first thing every cold winter morning, I wanted to try some oatmeal protein in today's green drink. So, the Totes McOats Smoothie was born.

Ingredients:
1 organic banana
2 organic oranges (seedless, peeled & quartered)
2 T organic quick oats
1/4 cup organic shredded coconut
1/4 t organic matcha powder
4 ounces organic hemp milk
4 ounces filtered water
3/4 cup organic kale

Add the ingredients in the above order into a Vitamix or high speed blender. Blend from low to high, spending 30 seconds on the highest speed.

Enjoy!

This post was written by guest blogger, Jeff.

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Organic Good Morning Sunshine Grapefruit Juice

Normally I start my day having a smoothie, but to day is a dreary, cold, damp, and cloudy day.  I needed to make my own sun.  This juice is light, bright, and a cheerful drink to start my day.

So I present to you my good morning sunshine juice!

Ingredients:

1 large organic grapefruit, peeled and quartered 

1 small organic orange, peeled and quartered 

2 cups filtered water

1 cup ice

Place all ingredients into your Vitamix. Start on speed 1 continue to 10, then to high for 10 seconds.

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Vegan Chocolate Covered Cherry Smoothie

Valentines Day is coming!  You know what that means.  Chocolate!  I can not live without chocolate; sounds extreme I know, but it's the truth!

In an effort to reduce my eating of chocolate everyday, if not all day, I have turned to the smoothie!

Thank goodness for cacao nutritional powder; that's the stuff that kicks my smoothies into chocolate bliss.  The rich taste of cacao greatly satisfies my chocolate cravings.

Ok, back to Valentines Day!

Valentines Day morning slip into your kitchen, blend up this chocolatey cherry bliss of a smoothie and surprise your loved ones with breakfast in bed!

Ingredients:

1 cup organic hemp milk

1 cup organic frozen cherries

1 large organic bananas

2 T organic raw cacao nutritional powder

1 cup ice

Method:

Place ingredients into blender in the order above and blend until smooth.

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Vegan Banana Split Smoothie

  

Waking up and having an ice cream banana split in the morning might be frowned upon by most.  So, if you're craving a banana split in the morning, have it in the form of a smoothie!

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups organic hemp milk

1 organic banana 

1/2 cup organic strawberries, frozen 

1/2 cup organic pineapple 

2 T organic cacao nutritional powder

1/2 cup ice

Blend until smooth in a Vitamix or high powdered blender.

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Green-Tea/Brown-Rice Smoothie

The brown rice was staring me in the face, leftover from last night's dinner. I just had to try some in a smoothie. I think the brown rice added a wonderful sweetness to this ultra-green drink.

Green-Tea/Brown-Rice Smoothie:

1 organic banana

2/3 cup frozen organic strawberries

4 ounces organic hemp milk

4 ounces filtered water

1/2 cup organic brown rice (cooked, it definitely must be cooked)

1/2 t organic matcha powder

1 cup organic kale (chopped)

1/3 cup organic spinach (fresh)

I feel that a Vitamix, or the like, is necessary for this one in order to blend in the rice. Add the ingredients in the above order; mix slowly from low speed to high. Mix for 30-40 seconds on high speed.

Cheers!

This post was written by guest blogger Jeff.

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The Bloody Green Mary Smoothie

If you are not already a Straight-Edge Vegan, New Years Day is the perfect time to start. For this smoothie, I tried to come up with a very healthy green drink with a spicy zip to it. Hope you enjoy it!

The Bloody Green Mary Smoothie:

2 organic carrots, peeled and sliced into 1" pieces
2 organic celery stalks, cut into 2" pieces
1 organic tomato, cut into quarters
1 leaf organic red kale
1 leaf organic green kale
1/4 cup organic pea shoots
1/3 cup organic spinach leaves
4 ounces organic apple juice
4 ounces filtered water
juice from 1/2 of an organic lemon
1/2 t organic turmeric
1/4 t organic curry powder
1/2 t organic chili flakes (smoked)
2 organic cardamon seeds
1/8 t fresh ground organic pepper
1/4 t organic onion powder

In a high speed blender or Vitamix combine the ingredients in the above order. Mix slowly from low to high speed, spending 20-30 seconds on high.

To your health!
Cheers!

This post was written by guest blogger Jeff.

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Vegan Mint Chocolate Mate Smoothie

I started my morning with this deliciously smooth and minty chocolate smoothie.

Both tea and smoothies provide us with many health benefits.  So, why not combine the two and get the best of both worlds?

My mint chocolate mate is from Mountain Rose Herbs.  The tea contains: organic mate, organic peppermint leaf, organic roasted cacao nibs, organic roasted carob, vanilla beans, and organic roasted cacao powder.

The ingredients are few for this smoothie because the tea it self provides all the flavor. 

Ingredients:

1 cup cold brewed organic mint chocolate mate

1/4 cup organic hemp milk

1 small organic banana

Mix until smooth in a Vitamix or a high speed blender.

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Gratitude Smoothie

So, I started race walking this week, more like dork walking when I do it. And I have realized that I need to show my body some gratitude for the effort; what better way than with a joint pain recovery smoothie?

Gratitude Smoothie:

1 organic banana
4 ounces organic hemp milk
8 ounces organic unfiltered apple juice
1 cup fresh organic pineapple, cut in 1" cubes
1 organic carrot, cut in 1" pieces
1 T organic coconut, shredded
1/2 t organic turmeric
1 T noni powder
1 t organic matcha powder (green tea)
4 small leaves organic red kale

In the above order, in a high speed blender or Vitmamix, mix the ingredients from low to high; spend 20-30 seconds on the highest speed. Makes 2 servings. For a frozen version add one half cup of ice. Hope your body enjoys!

This post was written by guest blogger Jeff.

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Merry Berry Smoothie

Looking for a holiday smoothie to serve your guests in the morning?  Here it is!  I say, start the day enjoying a healthy energizing smoothie before indulging in the holiday treats!

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups organic hemp milk

1/4 cup organic cranberries 

1/4 cup organic blueberries 

1/4 cup organic blackberries 

1/2 cup ice

Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth.

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