This post is sponsored by Green Blender. As always, all opinions are my own. I appreciate your support of Running in a Skirt and I only write about companies/ products I believe in!
Making healthy smoothies at home has never been easier with Green Blender!
Hi Wunderful readers!
It's time. The holidays are officially over and it's time to reset our diets, fitness routines and focus on our health again.
One of my New Year's resolutions this year is to continue my journey in eating less processed food and more whole, healthy ingredients. And for 2016, that's going to mean increasing the amount of super healthy smoothies in my life. Smoothies are such a great way to pack in nutrients, plus they taste delicious!
I started to get into green smoothies late last summer, but found myself spending too much time and resources picking them up from the store. Or, I would go to the trouble to buy ALL the ingredients to make smoothies, but would have to drink the same one everyday (because that's what I bought) and it got old. Certainly I can't be the only one with that problem?
I recently learned about an awesome startup that is the ultimate smoothie solution! Green Blender puts together boxes with perfectly proportioned organic, superfood, vegan smoothie ingredients and delivers it to your door. Each box has the ingredients for 5 new smoothie recipes to make 10 fresh smoothies. You just have to dump it in the blender and mix.
Green Blender creations will blow your mind...
Oh My Darlin Clemintine Smoothie with beets, clementine pineapple and ginger. Topped with cashews... of course!
Sugar Plum Smoothie with jicama, peach, banana, maqui berry and hemp seeds.
Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Smoothie with sweet potato, banana, cinnamon, maple syrup and cashews.
Green Blender recipes are tested and created by nutritionists, which means they not only taste good but are really good for you. I really enjoy that their smoothies are vegan too.
They are all a reasonable amount of calories and the nutrients come from real whole food. They work with organic farms to bring the freshest, healthiest produce available to your door. The packaging is labeled and super organized. I was impressed by the variety of unique fruits and vegetables!
My box had a bag of superfood boosters including ingredients like matcha tea, pea protein, maqui berry, coconut flakes, camu camu, walnuts, cashews, cocoa, sea beans, and reishi mushrooms. It would take me forever and cost a fortune to find all of these ingredients at the store.
I made a Classic Detox, Carrot Coconut Refresh, Detox Bloody Mary, Chocolate Covered Almonds and Kiwi Pear Power Smoothie. All were incredible and it would be impossible for me to pick a favorite.
My favorite part is the recipe card not only includes the recipe, but also shares why each particular recipe is good for you.
For example this Carrot Coconut Refresh Smoothie has camu camu, which has more vitamin C than almost any other food, perfect for immune-boosting properties!
I love the ease of mixing my Green Blender smoothies in the morning and I even get to share with the Hubs. (And yes, my Christmas trees are still up!)
It's kind of awesome knowing I've sent him on his day with something super healthy!
Green Blender takes the guess work out of smoothie creation, ensures I'm getting tons of nutrients each day, is so easy and not to mention fun!
I could not be more thrilled to share this fabulous company with you today. Please take a look at Green Blender's website and give it a try! They are offering Running in a Skirt readers a special coupon code for 20% off! Just enter RUNINASKIRT at checkout.
They offer weekly, monthly and quarterly plans. You can pause or cancel at anytime. You'll be glad you did.
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I’m linking up with: Wild Workout Wednesday, Fitness Friday, Thinking Out Loud Thursday, Meatless Monday with Tina and Deborah, Meatless Monday with Annmarie, Delicious Dish Tuesday, What’s Cookin’ Wednesday, Full Plate Thursday with Miz Helen, FoodFriDIY, Foodie Friday, and the Weekend Potluck. Thanks so much ladies for the link up parties!
Your turn?
You'll never believe the awesome smoothies Green Blender has put together! Check out there recipes HERE and tell me which one you'd like to try!
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Celeste says
Julie, Your site is so amazingly beautiful and I love that you cover fitness, food, fashion, fun and travel.
dixya @ food, pleasure, and health says
this is exactly what i need in my life!!! i love smoothies in the morning but always run out of ideas..
JulieWunder says
You'd love this then!! It is so much fun to get too.
Rachel says
This is really interesting. Thanks for sharing, I've never heard of Green Blender before. Thanks for linking up with us!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Rachel! Thanks for hosting!
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition says
This sounds like a great idea! I'm sure so many people are confused about what to add to smoothies and coming up with new recipes all the time can be tough.
JulieWunder says
Yes! This really helps with the creativity! Great to see you today.
Miz Helen says
What a great idea, we would just love all these new smoothies to try. Thank you so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and have a great day!
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
JulieWunder says
Thanks Miz Helen! I think it's a great way to try out smoothies too!
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says
Oh wow, this sounds awesome! We love smoothies but drink the same kinds all of the time. I like that idea that you can break out of the box and try new flavors and new ingredients! Fun!
JulieWunder says
It's so much fun to get the box too!
Sarah says
What a great idea! I love my smoothies and think I would miss throwing this and than in the blender dancing around the kitchen but it would be great for so many friends and family members that want simple and easy, are just starting to add them, or don't have the time.
JulieWunder says
It would be a great way to get someone to start off a healthy diet!
rachel @ athletic avocado says
i def need to try green blender out! I love smoothies!
JulieWunder says
You do! I was like a kid in a candy store excited getting my box!
jill conyers says
Hi Julie. That just may be one of the best delivery services ever. #smoothielove 🙂
JulieWunder says
Totally :-))) I thought you might like it!
Jess @hellotofit says
This looks awesome! It's like Blue Apron for smoothies 🙂 I love your goal of eating more whole foods and less processed foods. Mine is to be more consistent in my yoga practice.
JulieWunder says
Exactly! Consistent yoga is a really good goal too!
Sarah @ BucketListTummy says
Every time I see a new smoothie recipe, I pin it. They are so versatile - such a good way to amp up your F/V intake and get in extra nutrients. Thanks for sharing!
JulieWunder says
I totally agree! Thanks Sarah!
Lori @ TheHealthMinded.com says
Genius! It makes it so easy to sip down the healthy goodness of smoothies. I love the flavor combinations here too, Nice job on the review!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Lori! I love the flavor combinations too!
Emily says
Maybe I'm lazy or sometimes we don't have time, but I don't make smoothies very often. They always look sooo good though.
JulieWunder says
This makes it so easy! You don't even have to think about it!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
This is the coolest thing ever!!! I always want to try the recipe boxes, but I'm always nervous with all my food allergies. I can always have a smoothie, though! I might have to do this...
JulieWunder says
This is prefect for you! They have some really unique ideas. I felt so energized all week drinking them.
Pam says
I have been wanting to do more smoothies and this sounds like it would be perfect. It looks like they have great fresh recipes and ideas to explore and try.
JulieWunder says
Absolutely! Lots of unique finds!
Jes says
These looks so good! I'll have to try these!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Jes! I hope you have a chance to try it!
Ickle Pickle says
These sound so delicious - we love smoothies - I have never heard of a sweet potato one! Kaz 🙂
JulieWunder says
They really have unique ideas! Love them!
Janelle @ Run With No Regrets says
What a great idea for a subscription box! I'll definitely check this out. I love smoothies...if only I could get my boyfriend to appreciate them!
JulieWunder says
I just keep trying and trying until I wear him down 🙂 And then he realizes it's good!
Annmarie says
YUM! I LOVE smoothies and these all sound delicious!
JulieWunder says
Thanks! They are!! 🙂 Hope you are having a great weekend!
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says
These all look so yummy! My son is really into smoothies right now so thanks for the great ideas and will check out some more of their recipes too
JulieWunder says
Thanks Deborah! They have some really unique ideas. I felt energized all week drinking them.
Carly - FitLiving blog says
I am so jealous you have access to Green Blender. They have yet to come to FL, but when they do, I'll be their first customer!!
JulieWunder says
I hope they expand for you soon! 🙂
Debbie@debbiethisandthat.blogspot.com says
Sounds like a delicious way to get your nutrients!
JulieWunder says
Totally! Fun too! Thanks Debbie! Great to see you today!
Gingi says
Thats kind of cool! I always draw a blank whenever it comes to making smoothies.. I just kind of look at the blender and stare at it for awhile, hoping for inspiration which never comes, lol! - http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com
JulieWunder says
haha! I feel ya! I loved how creative their recipes are!
Mandi Korn says
You have me intrigued:o) I will go and check out the site
JulieWunder says
Thanks Mandi! I really enjoyed getting my box!
Crystal Renaud says
This sounds fabulous! I have a smoothie every day. I love them!
Jaime says
The kiwi pear smoothie sounds divine! The maple glazed sweet potato smoothie sounds like something my husband would LOVE!
JulieWunder says
Such unique ideas!
Runaway Bridal Planner says
I saw a picture on IG with someone who had one of these and they've been making some great treats, like it looks like you are!
Love smoothies, I don't even care that its winter, they are just yummy any time of year!
JulieWunder says
I totally agree! It's such a good way to get your diet on track!
Erin@BeetsPerMinute says
Happy New Year, Julie! I've been following Green Blender on Instagram, but didn't know much about them. I'm assuming they are a North American only kind of thing, but those smoothies look incredible (especially the beet and clementine).
JulieWunder says
Yes it is 🙁 But hopefully they will be widely successful and eventually deliver across the pond 🙂
Andrea says
It sounds like a good idea for smoothie beginners so they can figure out what protein powders, fruit and veggie combos work well together. No use buying a whole canister of different powders if you don't know you will like them. The sweet potato one looks like dessert! Yum!
JulieWunder says
Totally! And they send some really cool superfoods too!
Heather Johnson says
My kids and I love smoothies. Beet smoothies sound really yummy. My daughter would love the pink color.
JulieWunder says
Such a fun drink for them! I'm so glad you like smoothies.
Ashley says
Well isn't this a super cool service- great way to kick off the new year in a healthy way!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
JulieWunder says
Absolutely! It's a lot of fun too!
Amanda says
What a cool idea! I'm a Beachbody coach and I drink Shakeology every day... I would love to toss shakeo into one of these recipes. Yum!
JulieWunder says
Talk about taking it up a notch!! 🙂
Sarah @ The Fit Niche says
Ohmygosh they all look so good! Such a neat idea too!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Sarah! I totally agree!
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
This is genius! My fiancé and I are smoothie fanatics, but it can be hard and time consuming to come up with fresh ideas and recipes. This would totally be worth trying just to get some ideas!
JulieWunder says
Absolutely! They have the best ideas!
Blane Sherer says
I am glad that Green Blender is working so well for you.
JulieWunder says
Thanks Blane!