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Permalink Reply by Kallee Ann Cooper on July 26, 2010 at 10:25am

I would like to try this smoothie. The ingredients are intriguing. One question - where would I find the black mission figs?
I do shop around, but must admit I have never heard of or seen them. Any input?

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Permalink Reply by Sharlene Tucker on July 26, 2010 at 2:37pm

Could you substitute lemon or lime juice for the Balsamic Vinegar? (I'm one of the few people who don't care for Balsamic vinegar.)

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Permalink Reply by Robyn Young on July 29, 2010 at 8:59am

I found the black mission figs in the bulk section of Good Earth (my local health food store). It depends on what area you are in.

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Permalink Reply by Kallee Ann Cooper on July 29, 2010 at 12:02pm

Fabulous answer! Good Earth is near me. I will visit the bulk area and try this out. THANK YOU!

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Permalink Reply by Robyn Young on July 29, 2010 at 3:08pm

Tried it this morning--surprisingly good. The avocado makes it so rich and creamy, and I didn't taste the balsamic vinegar. I think it's a flavor that really compliments the figs, and doesn't stand out. And I feel so good about (finally!) eating some of my greens!

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Permalink Reply by Eve Orr on October 12, 2010 at 10:05pm

I found black mission figs in my regular grocery store alongside the California figs, the prunes, and the raisins.

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Permalink Reply by Eve Orr on October 19, 2010 at 12:11pm

I tried this today, and found it so thick it was not drinkable. I added an extra cup of apple juice and it was much better. Perhaps because my blender is a $40 Wal-Mart brand, not a Vita-Mix?

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