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Simple Green Smoothies

  • Start Here
    • Best Green Smoothie Recipe
    • Green Smoothie 101
    • The Blender Guide
    • Smoothie Supplies
  • Explore
    • The Rawkstar Way
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    • Smoothie Superfoods
    • The Mushroom Project
  • FREE CHALLENGE
  • Recipes
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      2.3.2019

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      Green Healing

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      Green Snacks

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      1.8.2013

      Green Beauty

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      12.11.2012

      Green Healing

      Southern Charm Cantaloupe Smoothie

      2.2.2019

      Green Healing

      Chamomile Lavender Tea that Helps you Sleep

      1.30.2019

      Green Healing

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      Carrot Cake Smoothie

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      Green Meals

      Mediterranean Recipes for Beginners (vegan-friendly)

      2.1.2019

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      Green Meals

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Blenders

Best blenders for green smoothies

So, you’re walking through the store, and you come to the blender section…

“Oh, boy,” you think to yourself. There are blenders with square pitchers, round pitchers, glass pitchers, plastic pitchers. Some have 12 speeds, while others go at the speed of a bullet. There are even blenders that almost cost as much as it does to pay monthly rent for an apartment! “I’m just trying to be healthy by drinking green smoothies, but I don’t know what blender to use!”

We’re here to help you blender shop! But first, we have a little secret: Any blender works for making green smoothies. We both started with a normal, everyday blender to make green smoothies. Sure, they didn’t blend all of the ingredients to a creamy consistency in 30 seconds or less, but still blended delicious tasting drinks that were healthy for our bodies.

Top Blenders under $120

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Nobody wants to buy a blender that’s not going to do a decent job. That’s why we created a list of our favorite affordable blenders. All of these blenders are under $120 and have been endorsed by our rawkstar community. They also have some of the best reviews out there.

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Top High-Speed Blenders

Blendtec vs vitamixCheck out the Vitamix and Blendtec blenders! These professional-grade blenders that not only blend your green smoothies with ease, but can help you cook soups, make veggie dips, ice cream and more.

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78 comments

Marjan 12.14.2018 - 11:47 am

These Green Smoothies articles give you information about five best blenders for smoothies.
For more details : http://www.homediningkitchen.com/best-blenders-for-green-smoothies/

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Charlene 1.23.2017 - 1:40 pm

Definitely the blender by Karmin is the best! 😉

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SGS Rawkstar 1.30.2017 - 5:04 am

Thanks for sharing, Charlene!

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Shari N. 12.19.2016 - 5:09 am

Best I have ever used is the blender by Karmin 🙂

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SGS Rawkstar 12.20.2016 - 7:16 am

Thanks for sharing, Shari!

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Joe 2.10.2016 - 2:11 pm

Hi!
I just purchased a NutriBullet, and have been using it for my smoothies the last couple weeks. I have been using their recipes since they are obviously built around the size of their cups. But I would really like to also try your recipes…do you know if your recipes will fit in their “tall” cup? Or is there a way I should modify them while I am adding ingredients to fit?
Thank you!!

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SGS Rawkstar 2.11.2016 - 8:10 am

Hi Joe,

I LOVE my NutriBullet and love blending our recipes with it!! We simply suggest halving our recipes and adding a little additional liquid base to ensure everything blends smoothly!

Cheers 🙂

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Gwynn 12.29.2015 - 7:13 pm

I just wanted to pop in and say that after purchasing your book I have a NEW found LOVE LOVE of green smoothies. I have been trying to make this a habit for years now and can say your recipes have definitely made that easier! Not to mention that your recipes are helping me to sell my other half on a green smoothie every day as well! Okay so that point – I would like to recommend the New Oster Pro 1200. I have had AMAZING results at well blended smoothies with this little bad boy, and it has a GREAT price point. Thanks for being awesome!

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SGS Rawkstar 12.30.2015 - 12:59 pm

Hi Gwynn,

Thank you so much for reaching out + sharing your love! We are so excited to hear you’re enjoying blending with our new book! And thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the New Oster Pro 1200. We love hearing our community’s tips, tricks + favorite tools!

Cheers 🙂

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sara 12.26.2015 - 8:48 am

I have both the NutriBullet and Cuisinart Smart Stick and both are great for making smoothies. I especially like the Smart Stick for traveling and being able to whip up a smoothie in my hotel room!

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SGS Rawkstar 12.27.2015 - 8:10 am

Hi Sara,

You’re right! Stick blenders are perfect for blendin’ on the go. Thank you so much for sharing!

Cheers 🙂

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RJ 11.29.2015 - 12:53 pm

I had an Oster forever and just moved up to a Blendtec and I love it!! I tried my friend’s Vitamix first but didn’t like the tamper or the sharp blades.
My Blendtec makes a perfect smoothie every time. Great soup too!

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SGS Rawkstar 11.30.2015 - 8:57 am

Hi RJ,

Jadah loves her Blendtec too!! Happy blending!

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Kristen 7.7.2015 - 4:48 pm

I’m new to this…and I’m excited to get myself and my family healthy.
Have you used coconut water in your smoothie recipes? Also…I’m buying a Nutri Bullet RX to get my smoothie on…hope it does the job. 🙂

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SGS Rawkstar 7.7.2015 - 6:37 pm

Hi Kristen,

We love blendin’ with coconut water! Coconut water is filled with electrolytes and potassium, which are two nutrients your body craves when expending lots of energy. It’s low in calories, fat, and sugar meaning that this is the liquid-base you want when working out.

And we love the Nutri Bullet RX, great choice!

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kausi 3.31.2015 - 4:00 am

how many time one should take smoothie in a day.
once only for break fast rest of the meals can be normal.

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SGS Rawkstar 3.31.2015 - 6:30 pm

Hi Kausi,

Our goal for your is to drink at least one 2-cup serving green smoothie a day in addition to your regular diet. If you would like, you can replace 1 or 2 meals with green smoothies. If you drink green smoothies as meal replacements, make sure to add a protein boost (plant-based protein powder, nut milk, nut butter), or snack on some nuts or a hard-boiled egg 30-60 minutes after you drink your green smoothie.

https://simplegreensmoothies.com/tips/protein

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cathy 3.5.2015 - 2:29 pm

I forgot to mention, I add a protein powder and flax seed to the smoothie too.

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SGS Rawkstar 3.31.2015 - 6:32 pm

Hi Cathy,

Here are a few of our favorite ways to add protein to our smoothies:

https://simplegreensmoothies.com/tips/protein

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Dianna 3.2.2015 - 10:53 am

I use the Ninja. It seems to work really well. And I like verstillity of the food processor with it.

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SGS Rawkstar 3.31.2015 - 6:30 pm

🙂

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Kelly 2.20.2015 - 8:57 pm

I use the bamix stick blender (I believe they have a 10 year warranty), mine is 13 years old, but is blending well.

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SGS Rawkstar Jessie 2.23.2015 - 2:13 pm

Wonderful!

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Matt 1.19.2015 - 11:32 am

Just ordered an Oster Versa 1400 watt blender. (Amazon had the best price @ ~ $180) After reading more reviews than I care to think about I concluded the Oster was a great deal (at least for me) and does everything the other brands do — soup, smoothies, beverages, grind seeds, etc. The Oster I now own is ~25 yrs. old and beginning to get a long in the tooth, hence the new acquisition.

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SGS Rawkstar Shauna 1.19.2015 - 9:40 pm

Awesome! I had an Oster and loved it!! It was one of the best blenders I had (until my sis broke the jar!) 🙂

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Allison 12.15.2014 - 1:30 am

I have bought this Nutri Bullet 15 Piece Blender for making smoothies. It’s working like a horse. haha Just love it.

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SGS Rawkstar Jessie 12.15.2014 - 7:14 am

YAY! Glad you found a great blender for your green smoothies!

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Melissa 12.5.2014 - 10:52 am

We just bought a Nutribullet last week , as justL says, we love that its powerful but very easy to clean. It even engaged my husband on preparing the green smoothies himself ! I live oversees and its difficult to find options here. Cheers !

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SGS Rawkstar Jessie 12.5.2014 - 1:49 pm

Great choice! Happy blendin’!

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Lady E 11.13.2015 - 11:39 am

What’s the noise level like with the Nutri Bullet? I have a small child and work outside of the home, so will have to do my blending first thing in the AM hours or late PM hours–when baby is sleeping. The last thing I want to do is wake a sleeping baby with a blender!

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SGS Rawkstar 11.13.2015 - 5:29 pm

Hi Lady E,

Great question! I find the NutriBullet to be quieter than previous blenders that I’ve used, but it still creates a good amount of noise. It might depend on your child’s sensitivity. My kitchen is right below my 1 year old’s room and blending in the morning doesn’t wake him, but I’m pretty sure an earthquake wouldn’t either, he’s a pretty sound sleeper.

Hope this helps! 🙂

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Bob 10.8.2014 - 2:19 pm

I bought a Omni Blend blender about a year ago. About half the price of a Vitamix, and has a bigger motor. Works great. 7 year warranty too.

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SGS Rawkstar Jessie 10.9.2014 - 6:40 am

Happy to hear you are enjoying your Omni. 🙂 Keep blending those leafy greens! 🙂

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Krista @ MakingLemonade.ca 11.23.2015 - 10:38 am

I’m also a big fan of the OMNI Blender. I owned a commercial smoothie bar and had 2 units running all day long – they blended like bosses!

Cheers ~ Krista Goncalves, Registered Nutritionist

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Sarah 10.7.2014 - 5:06 pm

Just purchased the Ninja Professional blender…def. packs a punch so far I’m in love. I would love a vitamix but I can’t spend 500+ on just a blender…but my Ninja was under a 100 on sale, and it’s the best blender I’ve ever purchased. Maybe when I get more into using my blender more then once a day, I’ll consider purchasing A Vitamix or Blendtec. Heard their awesome!

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SGS Rawkstar Jessie 10.8.2014 - 4:59 am

Ninja is a great blender! Enjoy blending you leafy greens in it! 🙂

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Tony 8.9.2014 - 3:34 pm

Thanks for the share! I have always been a vitamix guy and getting close to needing an upgrade had the 5200 for awhile now. The 7500 sounds and looking very promising.

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SGS Rawkstar Jessie 8.11.2014 - 7:02 am

Hey Tony! We love Vitamix too. 🙂

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Jo 7.21.2014 - 9:48 am

The Optimum 9400 from Froothie is as good if not better than the Vitamix with many reviews
Simply google comparisons
Only recently being delivered my Optimum 9400 have not had chance personally to try all it can do out but very happy so far 🙂

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SGS Rawkstar Jessie 7.21.2014 - 1:39 pm

Hey Jo! I am so glad you are happy with your Optimum 9400. That is what is so great about blenders, that there is a great one for everyone. 🙂

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Ewa 7.2.2014 - 2:37 am

Thermomix is ALWAYS the best option

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SGS Rawkstar Jessie 7.2.2014 - 7:44 am

Glad you enjoy your thermomix! 🙂

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