This breakfast smoothie is one of my favorite things. It is refreshing, hydrating, and healthy. Full of antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, this is a sure-fire way to start your day off right. 
I use the Basic Healthy Granola on pg 78, but a store bought granola would certainly work, too. Make sure you check the ingredient list for added sugars or chemicals. I make all my smoothies in a Vita-Mix blender (use code 06-004867 for free shipping at vita-mix.com).
1/2 cup Orange Juice (the real thing, please. I like the organic orange juice from Trader Joe’s)
1/2 cup pomegranate juice (also no sugar added!) or acai juice or pure cranberry juice can be substituted
1 ripe banana
1/2 cup frozen mango
1/4 cup frozen blueberries
1/4 cup frozen cherries
1/8 cup shredded carrots
Start on variable 1 on the Vita-Mix increase speed to high and blend until smooth, about 30 sec.
Serve in cup or bowl and top with about 1/3 cup granola and banana slices.
Serves 2
(This smoothie is delicious with just about any frozen fruit you might have. The cup below I made with only strawberry and mango for the frozen fruit.)
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