Gold Medal Smoothie
Keeping you energized and alert throughout the day, the Gold Medal Smoothie lives up to its name.

Ingredients
- 120 ml (½ cup) water
- 125 g (1 medium) banana, peeled
- 30 g (½ cup) cantaloupe chunks
- 30 g (½ small) carrots
- 40 g (¼ medium) orange, peeled
- (¼ ) lemon, peeled
- (⅛ teaspoon) ground nutmeg
- 75 g (1 slice) pineapple, peeled, halved
- (2 ) dates [or 1 Tablespoon honey, optional], pitted
- 260 g (2 cups) 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
- One scoop of chocolate protein powder is a tasty addition to this recipe.