Smoothie mix-ins for kids and giveaway
As you know, my blender has been literally MELTING! A few days ago, drinking a delicious smoothie, I felt a hard piece of PLASTIC in my mouth. It had melted off the blender and mixed its way into my smoothie! That was the last smoothie I made on that blender. So while the fight is still going with my husband about me buying a Blendtec, and I couldn’t use my blender, I bought a $50 Oster blender from Costco… and I LOVE IT. And my husband LOVES that I love it. I learned from that, start high of something you want, and he’ll be ecstatic when you make a purchase for less. Next I’ll try some $400 shoes and maybe he’ll be glad when I end up with $50 shoes!!
Now that my kids are drinking more smoothie’s, I had been contemplating stepping it up a notch and adding some Super Food mix-ins. Like wheat grass and powdered vegetables. I was hesitant though, because it isn’t cheap, and I didn’t want them to pour it down the drain.
Then I found Amazing Grass who had a Kidz line. They agreed to let my kids try some of their products, and I couldn’t be happier! We’ve tried their chocolate powder and their berry powder. It has
- greens like Kale, peas, wheat grass, barley grass, asparagus, alfalfa, broccoli, sprouts, lima beans, green peas, kiwi, spinach, brussel sprouts, and zucchini.
- Oranges like apricots, carrots, mangoes, sweet potatoes, pineapple, tangerines, yellow squash.
- Reds like pomegranates, Raspberries, guavas, cranberries, red cabbage, cherries, and tomatoes.
- And Blues/ purples like beets, plums, grapes, and more!!
GYMNASTICS ENERGY
The berry powders I’ve added straight to the smoothie, and the chocolate powder I added to some warm milk. My kids drank it as fast as they did drinks without add-ins. AND ASKED FOR MORE!! Flip-flopper has been asking for a smoothie every morning since I’ve been adding the powder.
WANT TO TRY IT TO?? Two ways! FIRST, YOU CAN WIN a Kidz SuperFood Combo which is two, 200g bottles, and 1 box of packets by leaving a comment. OR use the online promo code ‘healthykids’ and save 15% off your order.
I’ll take comments until Friday!! THANK YOU AMAZING GRASS.
Posted: July 7th, 2009 under Breakfast, Fruits and Vegetables.
Tags: amazing grass, Breakfast, healthy ideas, kids, meal ideas, smoothie mix ins, wheat grass
Comments
Comment from Jamie
Time July 7, 2009 at 5:29 am
We’re big smoothie lovers here.
Comment from Sara K
Time July 7, 2009 at 5:30 am
That product sounds like a great idea. I’m curious whether it affects the texture of the smoothie-is it “grainier”? I think the berry one would go over quite well at our house, but not if it made the smoothie chalky. Thanks for the tip!
Comment from Terra Jones
Time July 7, 2009 at 5:31 am
Sounds yummy! I’d love a chance to win it! Thanks!
Comment from Janine
Time July 7, 2009 at 5:41 am
I’ve been thinking about trying something like this. I make smoothies all the time!
Comment from Katie
Time July 7, 2009 at 5:42 am
We make “green smoothies” all the time. That would be fun to try!
Comment from Amy
Time July 7, 2009 at 6:04 am
Sara K: It actually was grainier, but didn’t seem chalky at all to me. My kids didn’t seem to mind. Maybe would depend if we used milk or juice in our smoothie? We’ve been using soy milk.
Comment from DramaMama
Time July 7, 2009 at 6:23 am
YUM YUM YUM! Sounds so good w/lots of nutrients – count me in!
Comment from Lindsey
Time July 7, 2009 at 6:56 am
I would love to try them for my kids. We love having smoothies all day long!
Comment from Christy
Time July 7, 2009 at 7:31 am
We drink a lot of smoothies but I have never tried anything like this. It sounds great.
Comment from Angie Wyatt
Time July 7, 2009 at 7:47 am
This sounds great. We love smoothies!
Comment from Jenn
Time July 7, 2009 at 7:49 am
I just ordered a blendtec and am waiting it’s arrival. These add ins would be great for me to have (seeing that I wont be buying them cause of the huge $400.00 dent in my pocket)
Comment from Jen
Time July 7, 2009 at 7:57 am
I’d love to try the Amazing Grass for kids. I’ve seen it, but, like you, hesitate to buy it in case my kids won’t drink it.
Comment from Christina
Time July 7, 2009 at 7:59 am
We want a Blendtec too (I think my husband just wants one to experiment blending household items though 
. But I am also fine with my cheaper blender and I already have a wheat grinder, so well see. We are huge smoothie fans so it would be nice to try some healthy add-ins!
Comment from Kelly
Time July 7, 2009 at 8:01 am
This product sounds great, I’d love to try it!
Comment from Leslie
Time July 7, 2009 at 8:14 am
Wow, love the new kids line. I think my kids would really go for that. I’ve been following your blog and we’ve been really getting into smoothies as well!
Comment from Cherith
Time July 7, 2009 at 8:31 am
We love smoothies too! We always add flaxseed and walnuts to ours. I’d love to try the powders!
Comment from Leslie
Time July 7, 2009 at 8:35 am
I read on consumer reports that the oster blender (beehive I think) ranked just under the vita mix blender, and it’s a lot cheaper!!! I would love a 400 dollar blender, but I am having a hard time justifying it. 
I am currently without a blender (mine broke), but may go pick up the oster blender in the meantime, especially if I win, because I will be ready to make some smoothies! 
Thanks!
Comment from Paige Johnson
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:00 am
My 2.5 yr old loves drinking “mooties” with me, and I LOVE that I can sneak all sorts of things (like spinach) that she won’t usually like.
We have never tried any powders, but I’d love to give it a try & see how it goes!
Comment from Karli
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:03 am
Sounds awesome! We’d love to try it.
Comment from Bonnie
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:20 am
I would love to try the powder mix-ins. We have been making green smoothies for a while now, and my 18 month old son loves them. I would like to try something new! Great blog btw, I love your ideas.
Comment from Heidi
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:25 am
That is awesome, I didn’t even realize they had powdered veggies. What a great idea to add them into smoothies. Sounds delicious- hopefully for the kids too.
Comment from Eliece
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:28 am
need to win . . . need to win . . . need to win. . .
Comment from Amy
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:44 am
I also read some good reviews on Amazon. I have to say, I can’t believe how smooth my smoothies are. My 10 year old kitchen aid was giving me so many chunks and lumps. But this Oster has exceeded my smoothness expectations! I’m actually glad I didn’t pay $400 yet. Maybe in a few years when I’m rich, right?
Comment from Alex
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:57 am
We’re a smoothie-loving family! I’m always tempted to add in extra nutrients, but like others a, afraid that my kids won’t drink it.
Comment from Melissa
Time July 7, 2009 at 10:02 am
We drink a chocolate protein shake that has acidophilus and other good stuff in it. Made with honey crystals. All 3 boys love the shakes. I am not having much luck with the Juice Plus vitamins though (my 7 year old doesn’t like them much and the other two are too young). I would love to try these into fruit smoothies and see what they think!
Comment from Katie
Time July 7, 2009 at 10:07 am
I would love to try these!
Comment from Erika
Time July 7, 2009 at 10:08 am
I should do smoothies more, sign me up. I may have to get that Oster blender too!
Comment from Jackie
Time July 7, 2009 at 10:59 am
We try and do lots of smoothies in the summer. I’d love to try and get more veggies in them by adding them to our smoothies.
Comment from Kimberly
Time July 7, 2009 at 11:14 am
It sounds great. I have been experimenting with smoothies also so we would love to try it!
Comment from Lindsay
Time July 7, 2009 at 11:33 am
Oooh, I’d love to win this! I’ve been giving my kids smoothies for awhile now to sneak in all kinds of good stuff. This would be another great way, especially for my fruit and veggie-hating two-year old!
Comment from Emily
Time July 7, 2009 at 12:12 pm
I have really been wanting to try this!!!! I would love to win!
Comment from Heather
Time July 7, 2009 at 12:37 pm
I would love to try this!!! Thanks for yet another great giveaway!
Comment from Karen A
Time July 7, 2009 at 12:49 pm
Sounds terrific! I would love to try it.
Comment from Mel
Time July 7, 2009 at 1:10 pm
We make smoothies all the time at home. These add ins sound like a great way to sneak in things my son wont touch without him knowing it. Please add me in! Thanks again for such great posts.
Comment from Mary-Belle
Time July 7, 2009 at 2:04 pm
I am fortunate enough to own a Vitamix, and we don’t know how we lived without it We have smoothies nearly every night, and it makes wonderful, delicious raw soups. These Amazing Grass products sound perfect for us!
Comment from mary
Time July 7, 2009 at 2:31 pm
These sound great. Can’t wait to try them!
Comment from Torie Morris
Time July 7, 2009 at 3:00 pm
Pick me, pick me! I want to try these with my boys.
Comment from cathy
Time July 7, 2009 at 3:39 pm
I’m intrigued! It’s no secret that I often have trouble getting my picky son to eat his veggies voluntarily. He does like smoothies. Your add-ins would be a great way to get a little extra goodness into him.
Comment from Ashley
Time July 7, 2009 at 3:58 pm
I love your site. You always have great ideas for YUMMY healthy food. I’m excited to try these mix-ins with my kids.
Comment from Courtney H
Time July 7, 2009 at 4:04 pm
I am not imaginative enough with my smoothie making. Since I always end up mixing the same things my family gets bored and thinks they don’t like smoothies. This giveaway sounds like a good way to kick start my creativity.
Comment from Carolee
Time July 7, 2009 at 6:26 pm
We’re just getting into the smoothie-thing too! I’ve hidden an amazing amount of spinach in them, and just smile as they unknowingly gulp it down.
Comment from Kristi
Time July 7, 2009 at 6:50 pm
I just want to chime in here and say that these products are really good! I give it to my son as “cocolate milk” he loves it!
Comment from Christie
Time July 7, 2009 at 6:52 pm
I am so trying to sneak health into my G’s food. These sound yummy!
Comment from Katheryn
Time July 7, 2009 at 7:38 pm
I hope I win! Like you I’ve wanted to try some different stuff in their smoothies, but don’t want to see money being thrown down the drain.
Comment from gwen
Time July 7, 2009 at 7:46 pm
I’d love to slip some into my kids morning smoothie!
Comment from Beth
Time July 7, 2009 at 7:46 pm
We love smoothies and I would love to step it up for my kids, also.
Comment from Amanda
Time July 7, 2009 at 8:22 pm
I so need the motivation to drink more smoothies!! I love them but always forget to make them. I am sure my kid would love it too.
Comment from Shannon
Time July 7, 2009 at 8:23 pm
wow that sounds so yummy i would love the chance to let my kids try it and be healthier all the same. Gotta love when it is good for you and yummy too. thanks for all the great recipes!!!! keep up the great work.
Comment from Megan
Time July 7, 2009 at 8:47 pm
I love smoothies! I have one nearly every day! I would love to try this stuff!
Comment from ashlee
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:01 pm
i want it!!! bad
Comment from Sara
Time July 7, 2009 at 9:01 pm
I would love to put add-ins to our smoothies! I’ve been trying the sneaky chef stuff with some hit and miss. This would be great since we eat a lot of smoothies too! Thanks for the opportunity!
Comment from Michelle G
Time July 7, 2009 at 10:15 pm
Sounds like a great idea! My kids would LOVE it!
Comment from Julie
Time July 8, 2009 at 4:57 am
I finally get a chance to leave a comment! Amy, I have been following your blog for quite some time & you have helped me so much! Thank you! I work the evening shift (4pm to 12am) and it is on my dinner break that I read your blog (and I’m unable to leave any comments from that computer). I have made so many of the foods you have suggested and love them all. I have been pricing these veggie powders and haven’t been able to take the ‘plunge’ due to the cost. Trying to get 5 a day into my 2yo & 4yo (and myself!) is a challenge — I really think the powders will help us a great deal! Amy, thank you so, so, so much for everything!!!
Comment from Jen
Time July 8, 2009 at 6:27 am
We love smoothies–kids included. I’ve been able to add spinach and protein powder without complaint. Would LOVE to try this!
Comment from Wendy
Time July 8, 2009 at 6:49 am
I would love for my kids to make the switch to smoothies. We are on a chocolate soy milk kick and I would feel so much better knowin they were getting all of those super foods in their drink to start their day off right!
Comment from Amy
Time July 8, 2009 at 7:32 am
I would like to try this item! My daughter loves smoothies, and I’m trying to convince my son that they are good enough to try.
Comment from Mary Kathryn
Time July 8, 2009 at 8:11 am
would love it!
Comment from KimB
Time July 8, 2009 at 12:31 pm
I would love to give this a try. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.
Comment from Kim Butt
Time July 8, 2009 at 4:19 pm
Hey Amy – Josh and I have thought about making smoothies here at home but haven’t dared try it yet. (We love Roxberry the most of the stores though.) Do you have any suggestions for making them cheaper? Or good recipes?
Comment from Amy
Time July 9, 2009 at 4:39 am
Kim. This is our basic recipe: a liquid (soy milk or OJ), frozen fruit (usually strawberries and blueberries from a big Costco bag-seems to be the cheapest), baby spinach leaves, and a squirt of flax seed oil.
But I definitely need to get more creative with our smoothies. If I come up with more ideas, I’ll let you know.
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Comment from Kelly
Time July 9, 2009 at 1:04 pm
My daughter LOVES shakes so this would be perfect! She is starting to get picky with what she will eat so I know I could hide some healthy treats in her shakes
Comment from Vennesa
Time July 9, 2009 at 1:49 pm
My kids love to get creative with smoothies, but I’m also going to have to purchase a new blender soon. Thanks for the chance at the give-away.
Comment from mena
Time July 10, 2009 at 8:57 pm
I have two girls (9 and 5). My 9 year old is a very picky eater and it is a struggle for me to get her to eat her veggies. I would love to try the Amazing Grass products and add them to our morning smoothies.
Comment from Mother Hen
Time July 10, 2009 at 9:35 pm
That sounds delicious! We love smoothies too! Hmmmm, maybe I should make some for b’fast tomorrow.
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Comment from Kefir
Time July 13, 2009 at 7:38 am
wow you are one of those moms other moms should be following! kids should start eating healthy, and the power is in your (MOMS) hands! have you tried blending kefir in their smoothies? you should try it. they will love it!
Comment from Deb
Time July 7, 2009 at 5:10 am
I too want a Blendtec, but the price just scares me! My girls love, love, love smoothies. I put in wheat germ & flax seed. I’d love to try the Kidz Superfood! Sign me up.