Conquer soup season with this powerful (and $130 off) refurbished Vitamix blender

Save $130: As of Jan. 6, the certified refurbished Vitamix 5300 blender is on sale for $229.95 at Walmart. That's a savings of 36%.

It's the new year, and you might be motivated to add some superfoods to your morning smoothie, or go all-in on delicious soups to sustain you through the winter. If you haven't already invested in a blender, now is a great time to buy a powerful one at a big discount.

Today, you can get a certified refurbished Vitamix 5300 blender on sale at Walmart for $229.95 — that's $130 off, and a savings of 36%. These restored blenders that "work and look like new" have been professionally inspected and cleaned through the Walmart Restored program and are backed by a 90-day free return policy. Plus, they're nearly half the price of a brand new appliance of the same model, so they're a smart buy for a low risk.

The Vitamix 5300 has a 64-ounce (1.89 liters) fluid capacity, so you can easily whip something up for the whole family (or end up with leftovers for you). There's 10 speed settings to make everything from chopped veggies to baby food, and the Pulse function allows you to adjust the consistency of your blend to create thick sauces or smooth purees that maintain their taste profiles and textures. Plus, with some warm water and a bit of dish soap, this blender cleans itself on its highest setting within one minute.

This blender should fit on most kitchen shelves or cabinets and makes for a great investment in many winter (and summer) meals to come.