I know many people who are following low-sugar diets. While smoothies can pack tons of nutrients, they also usually come with plenty of sugar. I generally think the sugar in my smoothies is offset by all the fiber and nutrients, … Continue Reading →
Here’s a quick cool soup. On an absolute basis, I prefer gazpacho, but I also love variety. This soup is satisfying, and great for hot summer days. Did you enjoy this post? Enter your email below to receive updates when … Continue Reading →
I made a vegan mayonnaise while working on my Aer Disc review, and it came together so easily in a standard Vitamix container that I figured I should write a separate post. To make it more interesting, here is a … Continue Reading →
This is a nice springtime dip. Mint and lemon provide a bright and zesty flavor. Impress your guests, or just enjoy it as a healthy snack. Serve it as a dip, or spread it on sandwiches. I wanted to try … Continue Reading →
I was excited to discover this Vitamix soup recipe because it does not have any extra cooking, which makes it super easy. You can even get away with not chopping any of the vegetables. Just put the ingredients in the … Continue Reading →
I came across this recipe on ChefSteps. You can use it as you might use cream, as a garnish on soups, or to add a little boost to a pasta or bean dish. Don’t expect it to taste like cream, … Continue Reading →
It’s been a while since the last recipe post! Part of the delay came from working on building an interactive tool over on the Vitamix Comparison page, which is now complete. If you feel like checking it out, I’d appreciate … Continue Reading →
I was inspired to try this after repeatedly seeing spicy green drinks with cayenne on the menu at places that serve fresh juice. Here’s a Vitamix version. I decided to make it thinner than my typical smoothies by adding a … Continue Reading →
A Vitamix will make creamy salad dressing from nuts, and you can easily customize the flavor. We ate this dressing on a massaged kale salad, but it’s also good on a simple lettuce salad. The dressing is mild and creamy, … Continue Reading →
I’ve been wanting to try the Vitamix to prepare potatoes and onions for latkes for a long time. An old joke is that the secret to good latkes is a little blood, shed while slaving over a potato grater. Many … Continue Reading →
Here’s a new smoothie idea—fennel! Fennel is similar in flavor to anise and licorice. I found the flavor to be distinct without being overpowering. (Note that many people who dislike black licorice end up enjoying fennel.) If you’re looking for … Continue Reading →
Here’s another version of the zesty dressing from Real Food Daily that I described previously. This recipe comes from Ann Gentry’s second cookbook, Vegan Family Meals. It’s a similar idea, but different flavor, because the watercress and garlic are replaced … Continue Reading →
I’ve been meaning to make watermelon agua fresca all summer, and now that I’ve made it, I’m kicking myself for not doing it sooner. I usually make something at least a few times before posting about it, but this was … Continue Reading →
This is a versatile and tasty sauce. It can go on a variety of grains and vegetables, and it also works as a dip. The sauce is based on what Vitamix calls their “Not-So Cheese Sauce.” The flavor is savory … Continue Reading →
Here’s a sweet blueberry smoothie recipe. I added lemon juice to brighten it up, and mango and almonds to give it a bit of body. Since we’re using high-performance blenders, I used almonds instead of almond milk. 1 cup water ⅓ … Continue Reading →
This dressing/sauce is purely inspired by the restaurant Real Food Daily. It’s their house dressing, and the recipe can be found in their cookbook. Eating at RFD gave me the idea that you can make some simple tasty meals by … Continue Reading →
This is a nice spring soup, although you could really make it any time of year because it works well with frozen peas. The mint and lemon give it a refreshing, bright flavor, and it’s super easy to make. The … Continue Reading →
I got a deal on some extra lettuce this week, and I’ve been curious about lettuce soup for a while. I looked up recipes, and I found a Mark Bittman recipe that looks good (completely worth watching the video, even … Continue Reading →
I recently started putting cilantro into savory blends, and I think it tastes amazing. I use a smallish handful of cilantro along with half a lemon (the amount of cilantro in the picture is probably enough for ~3 1-quart blends). … Continue Reading →
In terms of greens, so far I’ve only described baby spinach in detail. Once you’ve gotten comfortable with baby spinach (which shouldn’t take long since it’s so mild), it’s worth branching out to other greens for the sake of variety … Continue Reading →