Try our FREE Superfood Smoothie Challenge! SLIMMED-DOWN SHAMROCK SHAKE RECIPE It's been a long time since we've indulged in the chemical wasteland that is McDonald's, but it's hard to avoid craving their seasonal treats like the super-popular Shamrock Shake! Something about "limited time only" brings us to our knees. But our shockingly super healthy version is dairy-free, almost fat-free, packed with a protein boost, and doesn't have ANY of those hard-to-pronounce chemical ingredients of the original. Just toss everything into your Blendtec … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Own Coconut Butter
Enter our latest Blender Giveaway! HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN COCONUT BUTTER - RECIPE & INSTRUCTIONS This can be a tricky recipe - especially considering it has very few ingredients! It took us several tests to feel confident about posting it, but your Blendtec or Vitamix is definitely up to the task. We've included some useful tips and tricks to unveiling the magic of coconut butter in the recipe below. Once you've mastered this coconut butter, feel free to try any number of add-ins, boosts, and flavor options - honey pecan, chocolate … [Read more...]
Vegetarian or Vegan Caesar Salad Dressing
Try our FREE Juice Detox! VEGETARIAN/VEGAN CAESAR SALAD DRESSING This creamy low fat caesar dressing recipe is full of flavor and is also the perfect fit for your vegetarian diet. Use as a delicious salad dressing or tangy dip for wings or a fresh vegetable platter. This low cholesterol recipe can easily be made Vegan without sacrificing one bit of flavor! Simply substitute the egg yolk with 1/4 of a medium avocado and the parmesan with nutritional yeast. If you miss the anchovie flavor from your old recipe, try adding 1/4 tsp kelp powder. Any … [Read more...]
Vanilla, Pear, and Vodka Cocktail
Try our FREE Juice Detox! VANILLA PEAR VODKA COCKTAIL RECIPE This vanilla pear vodka cocktail is smooth and sweet! It uses either frozen pears or pear juice and super healthy vanilla beans to make a really yummy cocktail. This pear vodka cocktail will be a big hit at your next party, and cool you down in the summer. Vodka is recommended as a healthier alcohol due to fewer sugar and calories, but remember to enjoy responsibly, or you'll need a my hangover cure in the morning to pick you back up! ;) The frozen pears or ice in this will … [Read more...]
Very Veggie Vegan Pesto
Try our FREE Juice Detox! VERY VEGGIE VEGAN PESTO RECIPE This vegan pesto recipe is an AMAZING replacement for traditional non-vegan pesto! The nutritional yeast and pine nuts lend a 'cheesiness' similar to Parmesan, and mixing basil and other greens gives you an extra dose of veggies. If serving with pasta, you want to drain the boiling water from the pasta but NOT rinse it or lightly coat it with olive oil - that way it will better 'hold' the pesto. (If you salt your pasta water, make sure not to over-salt the pesto!) Freeze these leftovers … [Read more...]
Easy Vegan Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fondue
Enter our latest Blender Giveaway! EASY VEGAN DARK CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY FONDUE RECIPE The most amazing thing about this vegan chocolate fondue recipe is that no complicated double-boiler or additional heat is needed! All you need is your Blendtec or Vitamix or other high-speed blender and about 5 minutes and you'll make a healthier version of your favorite romantic, warm, chocolatey dessert! We made a vegan version that will satisfy the chocolate cravings of our non-dairy consuming community members, but for everyone else you can use … [Read more...]
Pleasantly Peach Hydrating Face Mask
Try our FREE Juice Detox! PLEASANTLY PEACH HYDRATING FACE MASK RECIPE Enjoy this hydrating facial mask made from simple kitchen ingredients: peaches, honey, and water! Peaches contain natural alpha hydroxy acids to exfoliate and cleanse your skin, as well as Vitamins A and C to strengthen and protect it - both eating and topical application will have benefits, so dig in during peach season and give your skin a glowing boost. This will be made easily in your power blender, but could be made in a "regular" blender, too. Be sure to join … [Read more...]
Banana Nut Butter Spread
Check out our latest Blender Giveaway! BANANA NUT BUTTER SPREAD RECIPE Try this banana nut spread on top of banana bread, cupcakes, or spread over a piece of toast in the morning. It would also be a delicious dollop on top of oatmeal! This is a super simple recipe for your Blendtec or Vitamix blender, but you could do it in a "regular" blender too with some added liquid (milk substitute of choice). Four simple ingredients combine to make a sweet and buttery spread, and you can also try a variation by adding 1 Tbsp of raw cacao and 1/4 tsp of … [Read more...]
Hot Caffeine-Free Maca Mocha
Enter our latest Blender Giveaway! HOT CAFFEINE-FREE MACA MOCHA RECIPE Looking for a way to add some superfoods into your morning routine? Look no further - this maca hot chocolate mocha has natural sugars, slow-burning fats, and energy-boosting maca to keep you energized and balanced throughout the day. Just throw it in to your Blendtec or Vitamix and run it long enough to heat it up - no boiling water, coffee maker, or microwave needed. If you're on the go and need a protein boost, add a scoop of chocolate protein powder, we love Vega One or … [Read more...]
Refreshing Cocoa Colada Cocktail Recipe
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! COCOA COLADA COCKTAIL RECIPE This cocktail is not the strongest one in our cocktail repertoire, but will definitely conquer some chocolate cravings while being suitable for a party, get together or just a lazy Saturday! The tart pineapple juice combines with the creamy chocolate to create a delicious cocoa twist on an old classic. If you're looking for a boozier concoction, simply substitute 1/2 ounce of creme de cacao for 1 full ounce of rum - and don't be surprised when it knocks you over! Blend it up … [Read more...]
4 DIY Stress Relieving, Fat Burning & Detox Water Recipes
Try our Free 1 Day Juice Detox! DIY STRESS RELIEVING, FAT BURNING, AND DETOXIFYING WATER RECIPES Whether you're participating in our Juice Detox, (check out How & Why we did it!), our free 7 Day Superfood Smoothie Challenge or just looking to boost your water drinking to the next level, these detox water combinations will clear your skin, give you a refreshing boost of energy, and improve your breath! Making a big batch of this and keeping it in the fridge will encourage the whole family to drink more water, which will clean out your … [Read more...]
Skinny Bleu Cheese Dressing Recipe
Enter to win our latest Blender Giveaway! SKINNY BLEU CHEESE DRESSING RECIPE Whether you're a huge fan of chicken wings or more of a Cobb salad type, bleu cheese dressing is an American classic. We've done a garlic blue cheese dressing in the past, and a lot of other dressings, but nothing beats these chunks of cheese when it comes to flavor! Smooth, creamy dressings usually come with a high price - lots of calories and fat! This version replaces some of the less healthy traditional ingredients with healthy alternatives like Greek yogurt and … [Read more...]
Banging Beet Hummus
Try our FREE Juice Detox! BANGING BEET HUMMUS RECIPE So whether you're prepping for a big date or just maintaining your drive, get a scoop of this! :) This beet hummus recipe is DELICIOUS and scored a 10/10. Easily blend it up with your Blendtec or Vitamix or do it with a "regular" blender - just add more liquid and then let it firm up in the fridge for a while. Beautifully colored hummus, this is an absolute must for celery and peppers, or any vegetable really. Be sure to join our community for more amazing hummus recipes! And please share … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Vegetable and Herb Broth Seasoning Powder for Stock
Try our FREE Green Smoothie Challenge! VEGETABLE AND HERB BROTH SEASONING POWDER FOR STOCK RECIPE Are you tired of buying those high-sodium, expensive boxes of vegetable stock? We are! This is a great alternative - when you see vegetable stock in recipes, here's your simple, totally vegetarian, healthy alternative! Similar to a bouillon cube, using just one teaspoon of powder per 1 cup of liquid will produce a flavorful broth with half the sodium!! You can also adjust it with your preferred seasonings - a bit of rosemary, sage, or basil would … [Read more...]
Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting
Enter to win our latest Blender Giveaway! BLUEBERRY CREAM CHEESE FROSTING RECIPE Blueberry cream cheese frosting is a perfect match for our Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins but goes well paired with fresh fruit for dipping or other baked goods. If you don't have powdered sugar at home, don't worry - you can make powdered sugar in your power blender (such as a Vitamix or Blendtec) as well! We've included the baking instructions for dehydrated blueberries, do not use fresh. This recipe was a huge hit with our testers and their families! Be … [Read more...]
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Try our FREE Juice Detox! LEMON POPPY SEED MUFFINS RECIPE These sweet, citrusy muffins have just the right amount of warmth and vanilla to be a great after-school snack, or better yet: breakfast. Prepare these with our Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting and you will not be disappointed! Whipping up a batch will be no problem in your high-powered Blendtec or Vitamix blender, but if you haven't chosen which one is right for you, there are some differences when it comes to baking. Be sure to join our community for more baking recipes! Share your … [Read more...]
Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe
Try our FREE Juice Detox! VIRGIN STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI RECIPE This virgin strawberry daiquiri recipe is a light and refreshing treat for kids and adults alike. We recommend putting more fresh fruit and sweetener if you are not adding alcohol. This resort drink will set you back pennies compared to the tiki bar original! Your high-powered Vitamix or Blendtec will easily whip up this virgin cocktail, but you can do it in a "regular" blender, too. Be sure to join our community for more delicious virgin cocktail and drink recipes! And if you try … [Read more...]
Low Calorie Vegan Falafel Recipe
Check out our latest Blender Giveaway! EASY FALAFEL RECIPE If you're unfamiliar with this Middle Eastern street food, you're in luck! This relatively easy vegan falafel recipe is a great introduction to this flavorful fried chickpea dish and is lower in calories than your regular meat filled lunch. Typically served in a pita wrap with pickled veggies and tahini sauce or with french fries, falafel can also be enjoyed atop a salad with some Greek olives and a cucumber tahini sauce or dressing. Our tester spent quite a bit of time in the Middle … [Read more...]
Oh So Easy Gluten-Free Creamy Mushroom Gravy
Try our FREE Juice Detox! GLUTEN-FREE CREAMY MUSHROOM GRAVY RECIPE If you're looking for an oh so easy gluten-free gravy recipe for potatoes or meats these holidays, this creamy mushroom gravy will add an extra dimension of flavor and get more vegetables into your diet in only five minutes! We used vegetable bouillon and a milk alternative to make a vegan version, but match your turkey with chicken or beef bouillon and add a splash of dry red wine or juices from your meats for even more flavor! Pair this with our popular smashed … [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...]
Natural Energy Green Juice
Try our FREE Juice Detox! NATURAL ENERGY GREEN JUICE RECIPE Simply put, this fresh natural energy green juice recipe is simply a mixture of water and whole food plants filled with vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Cinnamon is a key ingredient here, it makes this "green" juice especially tasty and provides tons of antioxidants as well as helps makes this a great juice for diabetics. This natural energy green juice is a quick and easy way to give your body tons of fantastic nourishment and sustained energy without having to eat pounds of … [Read more...]