Mary Moore, owner of Cook’s Warehouse, adapted this recipe from one that came with her Vitamix. She’s a huge fan of Vitamix, using one at home every day for her morning smoothie and then to make soups, pestos, sauces and more. It’s the best selling blender at her shops.
Ingredients:
1 cup grapes 1/2 cup pineapple chunks 2 cups packed, fresh Malabar spinach 1/2 ripe banana, peeled 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup ice cubes
Preparation:
In the jar of a Vitamix or other blender, layer grapes, pineapple, spinach, banana, water and ice, in the order listed. Cover and begin blending on the lowest setting. Slowly increase speed to highest setting. Blend for 30 seconds or until desired consistency is reached. Serve immediately.
Per serving: 167 calories (percent of calories from fat, 3), 3 grams protein, 43 grams carbohydrates, 5 grams fiber, 1 gram fat (trace saturated fat), no cholesterol, 51 milligrams sodium.