Enter our FREE Superfood Smoothie Challenge! DR. OZ GREEN JUICE RECIPE Dr. Oz green juice was originally shared with the world on Oprah, and who wouldn't want a green juice recipe from one of the most well known doc's around! Dr Oz's green juice is traditionally made with a juice extractor... Blender Babes tested the famous doc's green juice by keeping all the fiber and other nutrition (found in skin & seeds, etc.) and liquefying everything with a good high powered blender - and we think it's just as good! The amount of liquid is … [Read more...]
Archives for 2012
How to Grind Coffee Beans Using A Power Blender
Enter to win our latest Blender Giveaway! HOW TO GRIND COFFEE BEANS The rich, spicy aroma created by the grinding of fresh roasted coffee is many people's favorite morning ritual. Grinding coffee beans can not only be enjoyable, but a relatively simple affair with a Blendtec or Vitamix blender. There's no need to have or purchase a specific coffee grinder (yet ANOTHER appliance to clutter up the kitchen!) because you can just use your Blendtec or Vitamix high powered blender. You control the consistency, so make it for your preferred … [Read more...]
How to Make Green Smoothies with a “Regular” Blender
Do you find yourself having difficulty making good green smoothies with your current blender?? Green smoothies are suppose to be smooth. When they are chunky or lumpy or stringy, the drinking experience is no longer pleasurable. Of course, Blender Babes recommends that you upgrade to one of the two best high powered blenders on the market, however if upgrading is not likely right now, then follow this advice to help make smoother green smoothies when using a basic blender. ENTER OUR LATEST BLENDER GIVEAWAY! 1. Always add the liquid first! … [Read more...]
Luscious Pink (Green) Smoothie Recipe
Check out our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! PINK GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE This smoothie may be pink, but don't be fooled - it's really a healthy, green smoothie in disguise! Vitamin C packed strawberries are what make this smoothie a luscious pink. With clover sprouts added to the mix, this beautiful creation is also a powerhouse of nutrients. The lemon has detox/cleansing properties, but it's sweet thanks to the vanilla and honey. Tahini makes this green smoothie filling to get your through your day, or as a protein rich post-workout … [Read more...]
The Laughing Gorilla Green Smoothie
Check out our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! THE LAUGHING GORILLA GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE Gorillas are mostly vegetarian, and we're pretty sure one would absolutely LOVE this nutritious green smoothie recipe! It's the perfect mix of greens and fruit, and one Blender Babes' favorites! Warning: consumption of this smoothie may result in spontaneously occurring, extremely contagious gorilla laughter. Be sure to join our community for more great healthy smoothie recipes! Tell us what you think in the comments below and rating this recipe! The … [Read more...]
Dr. Fuhrman’s Got Greens Smoothie
ENTER our latest Blender Giveaway! DR. FUHRMAN'S GOT GREENS SMOOTHIE RECIPE Dr. Joel Fuhrman is an American board-certified family physician who specializes in nutrition-based treatments for obesity and chronic disease. This is Dr. Fuhrman's got greens EXTRA green smoothie recipe, so there's NO QUESTION it's a nutritious powerhouse! We absolutely love the creamy rich texture (not to mention satiating healthy fat) the avocado provides. The pineapple and kiwi and of course banana give Dr Fuhrman's green smoothie such a tropical taste, you will … [Read more...]
Key Lime Pie Green Smoothie Recipe
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! KEY LIME PIE GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE Another delicious dessert like green smoothie recipe from LeAnne at Healthful Pursuit, this Key Lime Pie green smoothie will have your mouth watering and your body craving the cool taste and creamy texture - just like traditional key lime pie invokes! Plus, this vegan dessert-like key lime pie green smoothie is under 300 calories and high in fiber and protein! This tasty green smoothie is perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or post workout green smoothie. Of course, … [Read more...]
Blackberry Vanilla Green Smoothie
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! BLACKBERRY VANILLA GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE This blackberry vanilla green smoothie by our friend LeAnne of Healthful Pursuit is a sweet and delicious treat that you will LOVE and is easy to make in a Blendtec or Vitamix high powered blender. Blackberries are often overlooked when people think of their favorite berry, however the memories of purple stained fingers and blackberry pie as children are often recollected when we ask an older generation the favorite berry question. The benefits are numerous: Each … [Read more...]
Chocolate Raspberry Green Smoothie
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE A green smoothie with a chocolate raspberry flavor is a like a little piece of heaven. Who knew a green smoothie could taste sooooo good?! We almost consider this a dessert smoothie, and have even made it when we were craving something sweet rather than some unhealthy junk food. The tasty chocolate raspberry flavors mask the tastes of the green ingredients of this smoothie when easily made in a high powered blender! Be sure to join our community for more great … [Read more...]
Pineapple Ice Cream Green Smoothie
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! PINEAPPLE ICE CREAM GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE This delicious pineapple ice cream green smoothie is so mouth watering and completely UN-kale-tasting, and it tastes just like pineapple ice cream! The original recipe by one of our FAVORITE food bloggers The Blender Girl, calls for water and unsweetened coconut, but you can easily substitute with store bought or fresh coconut milk (preferred) or for a non vegan version, use regular milk and vanilla yogurt. If using fresh pineapple, make sure to leave the core in … [Read more...]
Pistachio Ice Cream Kale Green Smoothie Shake
Try our FREE 7 Day Superfood Smoothie Challenge! PISTACHIO ICE CREAM KALE GREEN SMOOTHIE SHAKE This vegan Pistachio Ice Cream Kale Green Smoothie Shake by my friend Tess, aka The Blender Girl is one of Blender Babes' go to green smoothie recipes when we want something extremely tasty and satiating. The texture of this green smoothie is JUST like a milkshake, it's almost hard to believe it's packed with cancer fighting (but slightly bitter) kale! It's extra filling with added healthy fat and protein from the nuts. This nutty kale … [Read more...]
Beginner’s Green Smoothie Recipe
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! BEGINNER'S GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE A green smoothie is when greens are blended in with a fruit smoothie, in a Blendtec or Vitamix high powered commercial blender. Green smoothies provide a powerhouse of nutrients that will help to satisfy your cravings as you go throughout the day. As you drink them, your cravings for greens will go up while your cravings for junk will go down! In this easy green smoothie for beginners, we start you off lightly with some leaves of lettuce and nutritious strawberries. … [Read more...]
Matt’s Green Smoothie
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! MATT'S GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE A green smoothie is when greens are blended in with a fruit smoothie. They provide a powerhouse of nutrients that will help to satisfy your cravings as you go throughout the day and also provide a boost of energy - bonus! As you drink them, your cravings for more greens will go up while your cravings for junk will go down! Say bye-bye to bad for you options and hello to what's best! Be sure to join our community for more healthy green smoothie recipes. If you tried this … [Read more...]
Chocolate Green Smoothie Recipe
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! CHOCOLATE GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE This is a chocolate green smoothie recipe that the kids LOVE! It's not just chocolate, its a mouthwatering blend of different flavors which you cannot resist. And with clover spouts and blueberries added to the mix, this delicious creation is also a powerhouse of nutrients and antioxidants. We have tried using chocolate coconut water and it was delicious! Try this delicious and nutritious smoothie, made easily in a high powered blender. Let's get blending! Be sure to join … [Read more...]
Beet You Never Thought You’d Eat Your Greens Smoothie
Try our FREE Juice Detox! BEET YOU NEVER THOUGHT YOU'D EAT YOUR GREENS SMOOTHIE RECIPE Don't throw out the beet greens!! The star of this green smoothie is the nutritious beet greens. If you’re ready to rotate your greens (which is important!) try something new and branch out from using spinach and romaine in your green smoothies. Vitamin packed beet greens are the perfect substitute to try in a high powered blender such as a Blendtec or Vitamix. They are not as bitter as kale and dandelion, and their flavor is easily hidden by just about … [Read more...]
The Doctors Pre-Sex Shake Recipe
Try our FREE Juice Detox! THE DOCTORS PRE-SEX SHAKE RECIPE Reduce stress, end pain, and HAVE BETTER SEX with this pre-sex shake recipe by The Doctors! The banana contains bromaline, which increases sex drive, and the figs have amino acids in them, which also increases libido - and the honey adds that just right sweetness as well as quick burning fuel for your time between the sheets... Of course, you can reduce the sweetener to 1 tablespoon for just a super tasty meal replacement or pre-workout shake. You don't have to tell us twice... ha! Let … [Read more...]
Dr Ben Kim’s Longevity Smoothie
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! DR. BEN KIM LONGEVITY SMOOTHIE RECIPE Looking for an anti-aging smoothie? Interestingly, blueberries are NOT the most antioxidant-rich berry. The blackberry holds this distinction and is readily available on a seasonal basis is the star of today's featured recipe by Dr. Ben Kim, one of our favorite celebrity recipes. He also vouches for regular intake of pomegranates as a way of strengthening urine flow where there is benign enlargement or just the beginnings of prostate dysfunction. He strongly … [Read more...]
Fresh Homemade Almond Milk Recipe
Enter our latest Blender Giveaway! ALMOND MILK RECIPE Fresh, homemade almond milk is a delicious milk substitute and is super easy to make from scratch. This homemade almond milk recipe is a complete treat and probably the milk substitute we make the most often. Almond milk is a wonderful substitute to animal milk, and it's benefits are excellent for both health and beauty. Homemade almond milk has many nutritious benefits such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's light and crisp flavor make it ideal for cereals, coffee creamer, … [Read more...]
Fresh Strawberry Syrup
Try our FREE Juice Detox! FRESH STRAWBERRY SYRUP RECIPE For this fresh no added sugar Strawberry Syrup recipe, take a handful of strawberries (preferably organic) and place them into a high power blender. Blend on the highest speed possible for 60 - 90 seconds or until you've reached a smooth syrup. You can add a tablespoon of water if you'd like. This recipe has no preservatives, no additives, and no added sugars - you can easily make fresh strawberry syrup in seconds, perfect as a topping for your pancakes or waffles, or ice … [Read more...]
Popeye’s Spinach Surprise Ice Cream
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! POPEYE'S SURPRISE ICE CREAM RECIPE This is an ice cream packed with goodness that surely anyone can love! It's SECRETLY healthy, creamy and DELICIOUS! Many of you have seen this ice cream in a local demonstration of your Blendtec high powered blender, and here's the recipe! We have made this several different ways - It can be non dairy or vegetarian by using a milk substitute such as coconut milk (from a can is thicker and will be creamier) and adding a protein boost by using a scoop of Vega One Vanilla … [Read more...]
Spotlight: Blender Babe Caitlin O’Connor
Our stunningly beautiful, sweet, and down-to-earth Ms. Caitlin O'Connor - was Maxim magazine's Hometown Hotties 2013 Finalist. She is a model & actress and we see bright stars and shining lights in store for this Blender Babe! Name: Caitlin O'Connor Hair: Blonde Eyes: Hazel Zodiac sign: Leo Birthplace: Los Angeles Favorite Food: Sushi Hobbies: I love to travel and I watch a lot of television. Is cuddling a hobby? Favorite Travel Destination: Kauai, Hawaii Goal(s): I would to … [Read more...]