Smoothies... mmm...
SMOOTHIE RECIPES...
"Delicious healthy smoothies sufficient
for meal replacement. Always packed
with superfoods, raw fresh fruits and
vegetables, nuts, seeds, & protein...
a complete and balanced meal that will
boost your energy and support total wellness!
Want to jump start your health journey? I recommend drinking one quart sized
smoothie per day as a meal addition or replacement...
you will be full and infused with goodness, I promise!"
~ Lori
Firstly, a little about our smoothies...
1. Our smoothies are created in a Vitamix, because... it's really the best way to get a smooth smoothie, there's no stopping it, it will grind your kale, nuts, and ice into smooth (never pulpy, or chalky, or full of ice chunks), deliciousness.
2. Most recipes make a Vitamix full, which is 64 oz... enough to share with your family and friends :). Extra smoothie can be stored in the fridge for the next day. I like to use glass canning jars. Of course, you can also cut the recipe in half, if you would like.
3. The majority of our ingredients are from an organic source.
4. Most of our smoothies are sufficient as a meal replacement, but only if you do add ALL the ingredients... there is all sorts of goodness in them. (We usually drink a quart on it's own, or a pint along with a salad if I want some grubbage.) They're also great if you need to add extra calories to your diet, in that case, not meal replacement but an addition!
5. Add your ingredients in the order listed... it just works best that way. Place all ingredients in your Vitamix EXCEPT for ice. Turn on speed "Variable" and 1, blend for about 1 minute, then increase gradually to 10. Blend until it sounds smooth. Then add your ice (about 2-4 cups). Blend, add a bit of water if you don't see it swirling at the top. Blend til it sounds smooth!
6. WHERE CAN YOU FIND THESE INGREDIENTS? Okay, we have heard you & I want to help!
Some of our readers have expressed that it is impossible for them to find some of the ingredients we use (or they can find them, but they are too expensive at their local stores). We used to order many of our products through Azure Standard (Once a month ordering and free delivery at amazing prices!). Typically, we find most of our groceries at Costco. They have such a huge selection of organics and the prices are great, especially with their cash back program! For items we cant find at Costco, we head over to Whole Foods. You really can shop smart and stick to your budget at Whole Foods! Another good resource is Amazon. We have provided links to Amazon within our posts for some of the ingredients. Let us know if we can help!
If you want someone to make you a delicious smoothie, and you are in Bend, you MUST check out Sarah's Raw & Vegan Cafe and Mother's Juice!
Last but not least, if you don't have an ingredient listed in a recipe, just improvise! As for the Healthforce products, protein powders, etc... they're fantastic, but you can totally make the smoothies without them. They do add a ton of nutrients, minerals, vitamins, etc... BUT just make the smoothie with what you do have!
Okay, now on to the RECIPES!
"Delicious healthy smoothies sufficient
for meal replacement. Always packed
with superfoods, raw fresh fruits and
vegetables, nuts, seeds, & protein...
a complete and balanced meal that will
boost your energy and support total wellness!
Want to jump start your health journey? I recommend drinking one quart sized
smoothie per day as a meal addition or replacement...
you will be full and infused with goodness, I promise!"
~ Lori
Firstly, a little about our smoothies...
1. Our smoothies are created in a Vitamix, because... it's really the best way to get a smooth smoothie, there's no stopping it, it will grind your kale, nuts, and ice into smooth (never pulpy, or chalky, or full of ice chunks), deliciousness.
2. Most recipes make a Vitamix full, which is 64 oz... enough to share with your family and friends :). Extra smoothie can be stored in the fridge for the next day. I like to use glass canning jars. Of course, you can also cut the recipe in half, if you would like.
3. The majority of our ingredients are from an organic source.
4. Most of our smoothies are sufficient as a meal replacement, but only if you do add ALL the ingredients... there is all sorts of goodness in them. (We usually drink a quart on it's own, or a pint along with a salad if I want some grubbage.) They're also great if you need to add extra calories to your diet, in that case, not meal replacement but an addition!
5. Add your ingredients in the order listed... it just works best that way. Place all ingredients in your Vitamix EXCEPT for ice. Turn on speed "Variable" and 1, blend for about 1 minute, then increase gradually to 10. Blend until it sounds smooth. Then add your ice (about 2-4 cups). Blend, add a bit of water if you don't see it swirling at the top. Blend til it sounds smooth!
6. WHERE CAN YOU FIND THESE INGREDIENTS? Okay, we have heard you & I want to help!
Some of our readers have expressed that it is impossible for them to find some of the ingredients we use (or they can find them, but they are too expensive at their local stores). We used to order many of our products through Azure Standard (Once a month ordering and free delivery at amazing prices!). Typically, we find most of our groceries at Costco. They have such a huge selection of organics and the prices are great, especially with their cash back program! For items we cant find at Costco, we head over to Whole Foods. You really can shop smart and stick to your budget at Whole Foods! Another good resource is Amazon. We have provided links to Amazon within our posts for some of the ingredients. Let us know if we can help!
If you want someone to make you a delicious smoothie, and you are in Bend, you MUST check out Sarah's Raw & Vegan Cafe and Mother's Juice!
Last but not least, if you don't have an ingredient listed in a recipe, just improvise! As for the Healthforce products, protein powders, etc... they're fantastic, but you can totally make the smoothies without them. They do add a ton of nutrients, minerals, vitamins, etc... BUT just make the smoothie with what you do have!
Okay, now on to the RECIPES!
Wellness Elixir is excellent when you're fighting an illness, or just need an immunity boost. Som Cordials makes a delicious Pineapple Drinking Vinegar, which adds fantastic flavor and a touch of sweetness that really compliments the bite of ginger root!
In our Sweet Berry Tart, we had fun with the addition of Izze's Sparkling Apple! We have also made this with an apple and 1/2 cup of water, which adds fiber, folate, and vitamin A, etc... which you wont get with a juice concentrate. Pressed apple cider would be another great option. As I said above, use what you have!
These two smoothies made 32-48 ounces. It really depends on the sizes of fruit.
In our Sweet Berry Tart, we had fun with the addition of Izze's Sparkling Apple! We have also made this with an apple and 1/2 cup of water, which adds fiber, folate, and vitamin A, etc... which you wont get with a juice concentrate. Pressed apple cider would be another great option. As I said above, use what you have!
These two smoothies made 32-48 ounces. It really depends on the sizes of fruit.
MANGO GINGER ELIXIR 2 Cups Water 1 Frozen Banana 1.5 Ataulfo Mangoes (about 2-3 cups) 1 Cup Fresh Parsley 1 Peeled Cucumber (if its an English Cuke, use 1/2 of it) 1-2 Stalks of Celery (about 1 cup) 2 Inch Piece of Fresh Ginger 2 Peeled Meyer Lemons 1 Tbsp Hemp Hearts (seeds) 1 Tbsp Healthforce Vitamineral Green 2-3 Tbsp Raw Honey Ice ~I LOVE lemon, so for my personal jar of smoothie, I squeezed another 1/2 of a regular lemon into it, for the sourness! |
Better than Orange Julius
4 Oranges (peeled if large, leave some peel on if small, it's sweet and got sooo much nutrition! Organic only though or it's loaded with pesticides!) 1 Frozen Banana 1/2 Cup Orange Juice 2 Cups Almond Milk 1 TbspHealthforce Fruits of the Earth and/or Vitamineral Green (you pick ;) 1 1/2 tsp Real Vanilla Extract Big Pinch Sea Salt 2 Big Handfuls Baby Kale Ice |
CARDAMOM SEA
2 cups Water
2 Frozen Bananas
2 Handfuls Raw & Soaked Cashews
4-6 Medjool Dates
1-2 Tbsp Vitamineral Green
3 Tbsp Hemp Protein Powder
1 Heaping tsp Maca Powder
2 Big Pinches of Himalayan Salt
Big Splash of Real Vanilla Extract
1/2-1 tsp Ground Cardamom (you decide) OR even better 3-5 drops of Young Living Cardamom Essential Oil!* or both!
2 Tbsp Coconut Oil (unrefined, of course)
1 Heaping Tbsp Raw Honey (or Stevia, if you'd rather, or nothing if you're stoked on the sweetness of the dates alone)
Ice
Put a pinch of Cardamom on top before serving.
~ VARIATIONS: Substitute Vitamineral Green for 1-2 Tbsp Vitamineral Earth (it will taste more like Sparrow Bakery's Ocean Roll now (You're welcome ;),(but it wont be the color of the sea anymore, therefore, that variation shall be called "Cardamom Cream"). ADDITIONS: 1 tsp Bee Pollen
Mmmmm!
2 cups Water
2 Frozen Bananas
2 Handfuls Raw & Soaked Cashews
4-6 Medjool Dates
1-2 Tbsp Vitamineral Green
3 Tbsp Hemp Protein Powder
1 Heaping tsp Maca Powder
2 Big Pinches of Himalayan Salt
Big Splash of Real Vanilla Extract
1/2-1 tsp Ground Cardamom (you decide) OR even better 3-5 drops of Young Living Cardamom Essential Oil!* or both!
2 Tbsp Coconut Oil (unrefined, of course)
1 Heaping Tbsp Raw Honey (or Stevia, if you'd rather, or nothing if you're stoked on the sweetness of the dates alone)
Ice
Put a pinch of Cardamom on top before serving.
~ VARIATIONS: Substitute Vitamineral Green for 1-2 Tbsp Vitamineral Earth (it will taste more like Sparrow Bakery's Ocean Roll now (You're welcome ;),(but it wont be the color of the sea anymore, therefore, that variation shall be called "Cardamom Cream"). ADDITIONS: 1 tsp Bee Pollen
Mmmmm!
BERRY Banana KicK 2 Cups Cold Water 2 Frozen Bananas 2 Tbsp Hemp Seeds Or 1 Tbsp Hemp Protein Powder 2 Handfuls Cashews 1-2 Tbsp Vitamineral Earth 1 Tbsp Maca Powder 4 Medjool Dates Splash of Vanilla Extract 8-10 Drops Stevia or 1 Tbsp Honey (adjust to your preference) Dash of Himalayan Sea Salt 2 Handfulls Spinach 1 Handful Fresh Parsley 2 Cups Frozen Berries Ice |
Goodness Galore
2 Cups Water 2 Frozen Bananas 1 Cup Strawberries 1 Atulfo Mango 2 Handfuls Organic Spring Mix 1/4 of an Avocado 1 Tablespoon Fruits of the Earth 3 Tbsp Hemp Protein Powder 1 Cup Frozen Pineapple 1 Tablespoon Raw Honey 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Couple dashes of Sea Salt Ice to thicken and cool |
Maui On My Mind
1 Can Organic Coconut Cream 1 Cup Cold Water (can sub can regular coconut milk for coconut cream, if you do this decrease water to 1/4 cup) 1 Big Handful Organic Almonds 1 Atulfo Mango 2 Bananas (frozen is best) 1/4 Avocado 3 Tbsp Hemp Protein 1 Tbsp Maca Powder 10 Drops of Stevia 1 Tbsp Lime Juice (not concentrate, Santa Cruz Organic is a good one.. or use a fresh lime) Splash of Coconut Extract Dash of Himalayan Salt 1 Handful of Coconut 2 Handfuls Organic Fresh Spinach 2 Cups Frozen Pineapple Add cold water if too thick while blending You do not have to use frozen pineapple, however, I did not need ice to cool my smoothie because I used frozen bananas and pineapple. It made for a thick and rich smoothie! It tasted perfect, so I wouldn't want to water it down with ice! 
Strawberry Beet 1 Cup Coconut Water 1 Cup Raw Milk (or your alternative) 1 Tbsp Healthforce Vitamineral Earth 1 Tbsp Heathforce Fruits of the Earth 3 Tbsp Hemp Protein Powder 1 Banana 1 tsp Real Vanilla Extract 3/4 tsp Himalayan Sea Salt 3 Cups Frozen Strawberries 1-3 Cooked Beets 2 Cups Fresh Spinach 1/3 Cup Pecans 8 or so drops Stevia (optional, my kids appreciated it, helped to hide the beetyness :) 4-6 Drops Young Living Lemon Essential Oil Water & Ice to make 8 Cups (full Vitamix) 
CHOCOMINT BLUEBERRY
3 CUPS WATER 1 LARGE BANANA 2 HANDFULS PECANS 1/4 CUP CACAO POWDER 3 TBSP HEMP PROTEIN POWDER 2 TBSP CHIA SEEDS 2-4 TBSP RAW HONEY (optional) 1 TBSP VITAMINERAL GREEN 1 TBSP VITAMINERAL EARTH 2 TBSP UNREFINED COCONUT OIL PINCH HIMALAYAN SEA SALT BIG SPLASH REAL VANILLA EXTRACT 2 BIG HANDFULS FRESH SPINACH 1 CUP FRESH BLUEBERRIES 2 DROPS YOUNG LIVING PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL* ICE CACAO NIBS Blend all ingredients as directed at the beginning of my smoothie post... EXCEPT for the cacao nibs... Sprinkle some on top of each smoothie after you pour them into glasses or jars. 
Chocomint Blueberry Before & After
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Blackberry Banana Split
2 Cups Cold Water 2 Bananas (frozen is great!) 3 Handfuls Cashews 3 Tbsp Hemp Protein 1-2 Tbsp Vitamineral Earth 1 1/2 tsp Maca Powder 6 Medjool Dates Splash of Vanilla Extract 8-10 Drops of Stevia (optional) Dash of Himalayan Sea Salt Juice of 1 Lemon 2-3 Handfuls of Spinach 1/2 Cup Frozen Blueberries 2-3 Cups Frozen Blackberries 1-2 Cups Ice Chia Seeds (optional) For this recipe, place all of the ingredients in your Vitamix in the order listed above, excluding the frozen berries. Blend starting on low 1, increase gradually to 10, blend until smooth. Add frozen berries, blend until smooth. Lastly, add ice and blend until smooth. Remember to keep about 1 cup of water close...if at any point your smoothie is not in constant motion, add a bit of water until it begins to swirl again. Sprinkle Chia Seeds on top and ENJOY! 
CACAO BANANA NUT • 3 CUPS WATER • 4 BANANAS • 1 CUP PECANS • 6 MEDJOOL DATES • 1/4 CUP CACAO POWDER • 1 TBSP VITAMINERAL EARTH • 1 TBSP VITAMINERAL GREEN • 1 TBSP REAL VANILLA EXTRACT • 1/2 tsp MEDITERRANIAN SEA SALT • ICE • CACAO NIBS (optional for smoothie topping :) Blend all ingredients (EXCEPT cacao nibs, those are your topping) according to directions at the beginning of my smoothie post. YUM! 
easy does it
*This is a single serving smoothie. 8 oz. Cold Water 2 Scoops Young Living Balance Complete* Handful Pecans (soaked & dehydrated) Handful Cacao Nibs Ice Blend water, Balance Complete, & pecans until smooth (I like my cacao nibs to lend some texture to my smoothie, so I add them last and just blend for a sec... if you want them totally blended smooth, then go ahead and add them now.) Add about 1/2 cup of ice and blend again until smooth. Add cacao nibs and blend until you are happy with the texture. I like to sprinkle additional cacao nibs on top... yumm. *you can order Young Living's Balance Complete at wholesale prices, like we do! Young Living is our favorite company (if you haven't noticed ;). Wholesale membership is easy and you get products with your membership... wholesale membership continues forever as long as you spend $50 per year! No funny business ;). Contact us directly or click one of our links on our team page if you'd like to become a wholesale member! 
Creamy Strawberry
1 cup Coconut Water 1 Banana 3 Tbsp Hemp Protein Powder 1-2 Tbsp HealthForce Fruits of the Earth Splash of Vanilla Extract Big Pinch of Celtic or Himalayan Sea Salt 1 Big Handful Pecans (soaked & dehydrated) 5-6 Medjool Dates (dont forget to take the pits out!) 1 Cup Raw Cows Milk (or your alternative) 3-4 Cups Organic Strawberries (frozen is great) Ice Hemp Seeds to sprinkle on top of finished smoothie (optional, of course... I just love it ;) *Add an extra 1/2 cup of water if too thick while blending. *Not sweet enough for ya? Add 6-8 drops of stevia or a tablespoon of raw honey! Blend all ingredients, except for frozen strawberries and ice, until smooth. Add frozen strawberries and ice and blend until smooth. If needed, add another 1/2 cup of water to thin it out. After pouring into glasses, sprinkle the top of each smoothie with a bit of hemp seeds for a little snack with those first few drinks! Mmmmm... |
~ Remember, ALL of my posts on essential oils ONLY apply to Young Living Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils. Young Living oils promote health.
"Just say "NO" to supermarket essential oils! No really... please don't waste your money like I did. I am the type of person that would read all of this info... get excited and then immediately begin searching for a cheaper version of essential oil... yes, I did that actually. I ended up with my symptoms worsening (& my daughter experienced burns from oils I bought at Whole Foods! Bad mom moment.) and in disappointment that this "oil thing" did not work! But alas! It was simply because I was using crappy oils!" - Lori
Why cant you just buy your essential oils at the grocery store? "Over 90% of what is sold in the United States as 'pure' essential oil is fragrance-grade and diluted. (The FDA has determined that a product need contain only 5% of the ingredient on the label in order to use the word pure.) These oils are found on the shelves of many health food stores and at online discount houses. They may be less expensive, but THEY WILL NOT BE USEFUL FOR HEALTH :( ."
They may even be harmful... containing synthetics, chemicals, toxins, etc.
*Young Living Essential Oils are the only oils we trust! Pay attention to your labels! Most oils are for aromatic use only and will be harmful if you ingest them! Stick with YL's oils and you know your good! :) You can order Young Living Essential Oils at wholesale prices, like we do! Young Living is our favorite company (if you haven't noticed ;). Wholesale membership is easy and you get products with your membership... wholesale membership continues forever as long as you spend $50 per year! No funny business ;). Contact us directly or check out my other posts about Young Living and become a wholesale member!
If you would like to learn more about Young Living Essential Oils, become a wholesale or retail customer, have questions, or need help using your YL Essential Oils, contact us above... we would love to help!
If someone referred you to our website, please contact that person directly & they will help you! :)
"Just say "NO" to supermarket essential oils! No really... please don't waste your money like I did. I am the type of person that would read all of this info... get excited and then immediately begin searching for a cheaper version of essential oil... yes, I did that actually. I ended up with my symptoms worsening (& my daughter experienced burns from oils I bought at Whole Foods! Bad mom moment.) and in disappointment that this "oil thing" did not work! But alas! It was simply because I was using crappy oils!" - Lori
Why cant you just buy your essential oils at the grocery store? "Over 90% of what is sold in the United States as 'pure' essential oil is fragrance-grade and diluted. (The FDA has determined that a product need contain only 5% of the ingredient on the label in order to use the word pure.) These oils are found on the shelves of many health food stores and at online discount houses. They may be less expensive, but THEY WILL NOT BE USEFUL FOR HEALTH :( ."
They may even be harmful... containing synthetics, chemicals, toxins, etc.
*Young Living Essential Oils are the only oils we trust! Pay attention to your labels! Most oils are for aromatic use only and will be harmful if you ingest them! Stick with YL's oils and you know your good! :) You can order Young Living Essential Oils at wholesale prices, like we do! Young Living is our favorite company (if you haven't noticed ;). Wholesale membership is easy and you get products with your membership... wholesale membership continues forever as long as you spend $50 per year! No funny business ;). Contact us directly or check out my other posts about Young Living and become a wholesale member!
If you would like to learn more about Young Living Essential Oils, become a wholesale or retail customer, have questions, or need help using your YL Essential Oils, contact us above... we would love to help!
If someone referred you to our website, please contact that person directly & they will help you! :)