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Shake things up this summer with these badass blenders EDITOR’S PICKS
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KATY WHITT
alancing a healthy lifestyle with a busy schedule is easy when you have a trusty blender to count on—especially with a plant-based diet! We’ve compiled six of the top blenders in every price range to help you with all your meal prepping and recipe inventing. Get out your fruits and veggies, and get blending!
Vitamix Ascent 3500
For master chefs in the industry and at home, the Vitamix Ascent 3500 will help you perfect any recipe. Part of the newest line in the Vita family, the Ascent 3500 has an impressive range of customizable features and program settings. With innovative technology like built-in wireless connectivity, this is more than a blender. It’s practically a sous-chef. $819.95 CDN | www.vitamix.com
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Salton Power Blender
The blend of power and affordability makes this eight-blade system a musthave addition to any kitchen. Blend, crush, emulsify, chop, purée and liquefy whole fruits, vegetables, ice, frozen fruits and nuts. From your morning smoothie to your soupe du jour, the 2L Vortex Jar can handle anything with ease, which means less time prepping and more time enjoying delicious meals. $299.99 CDN | www.salton.com
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Breville 3X Bluicer™ Pro
Save on counter space and maximize flavour with the Breville 3X Bluicer Pro. It’s easy to be healthy with this 10-speed blender and juicer in one. Give your meals a healthy boost while taking your fresh ingredients to the next level. Create mouthwatering juices, smoothies, dressings and much more. $629.99 CDN | www.breville.com