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  4. You Just Got a Vitamix—Here Are the Recipes You Should Make First

You Just Got a Vitamix—Here Are the Recipes You Should Make First

Ally Sorrells Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Updated December 26, 2019
Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD
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A Vitamix is one of our favorite kitchen appliances with it's versatile functions that are easy to use. If you just got your first Vitamix, you're in luck! Here are 19 of our best blender recipes—including smoothies, soups, muffins and lattes—to help you put your newest kitchen appliance to good use.

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Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl

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This healthy smoothie recipe is a gateway to the smoothie-bowl craze. Use whatever fruit, nuts and seeds you like best to make it your own. Be sure to use frozen fruit in Step 1 to yield a creamy, frosty base for the toppings.

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Flourless Blender Zucchini Muffins

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The batter for these healthy gluten-free zucchini muffins comes together in a flash in your blender. And these tasty treats are baked in a mini muffin tin, so they're the perfect snack or quick breakfast. The chocolate chips are an optional but excellent addition.

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Matcha Green Tea Latte

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A touch of honey balances the bitterness of matcha in this healthy latte recipe. For a non dairy latte, swap unsweetened almond, soy or coconut milk for the low-fat milk.

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Oatmeal-Almond Protein Pancakes

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Depending on the type of protein powder you pick, you might need to reduce the amount of liquid in this protein pancake recipe. Whey-protein pancakes need less liquid than those made with soy, hemp or pea protein. Serve with yogurt and a DIY fruit sauce (warmed frozen berries with a pinch of sugar).

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Pea Soup

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A simple pea soup makes an elegant start to a spring meal. It's also a great way to use frozen vegetables when the produce section is looking bleak.

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Coffee-Banana Smoothie

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Tofu packs protein and adds creaminess in this easy smoothie recipe for an easy way to start your day.

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Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup

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This creamy vegan mushroom soup is thickened with walnuts, which give the soup a creamy texture--no cream required! Add sautéed mushrooms and walnuts on top for garnish and a little crunch, and a scattering of fresh chives for even more flavor.

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Blueberry-Banana Smoothie

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Refreshing and colorful fruit smoothies called batidos are served at Cuban snack bars all over Florida--try this recipe with blueberries and bananas for a vacation in a cup.

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Vegan Smoothie Bowl

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Eat this thick and creamy smoothie bowl with a spoon! Banana and frozen berries whip together with a little nut milk for a toppable vegan breakfast. We use fruit, nuts and seeds for topping, but feel free to experiment with whatever you like.

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Double-Tahini Hummus

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You'll look like an expert with this easy hummus recipe that produces the lightest, silkiest hummus you've ever had. Chilling the cooked chickpeas ensures that when they're blended with the oil and cold tahini, the hummus will come out creamy rather than oily. In a pinch, you can use the quick-soak technique, reduce the chilling time and still get great hummus.

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Pureed Broccoli Soup

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In this easy broccoli soup recipe, broccoli cooks together with onions, celery, garlic and fresh herbs and is puréed into a delicious creamy soup. Try this healthy broccoli soup alongside grilled cheese sandwiches or as a starter for a simple dinner.

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Pumpkin-Oat Mini Muffins

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These flourless pumpkin muffins are made entirely in the blender, making cleanup a breeze. If you'd rather make 12 regular-size muffins, bake for 18 to 20 minutes and let cool for 10 minutes before turning them out of the pan.

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Berry & Flax Smoothie

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For the prettiest color, use a mixture of berries with a lot of blueberries in this healthy smoothie recipe. Flaxseed oil adds heart-healthy omega-3 fats, making this a serious power smoothie.

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Turmeric Latte

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Studies on turmeric's health benefits, particularly for reducing inflammation, are preliminary but promising. Try this vegan turmeric latte made from steamed almond milk and sweetened with a touch of maple syrup.

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Vegan Flourless Blender Blueberry Mini Muffins

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We subtracted the flour, dairy products and eggs from these healthy mini muffins, which are vegan and gluten-free. But we left in all the good stuff--like tons of juicy berries in every bite. Applesauce and brown sugar make these blender muffins moist and provide just the right amount of sweetness for breakfast or a snack.

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Pineapple Green Smoothie

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Use ripe bananas for this creamy Greek yogurt, spinach and pineapple smoothie. Chia seeds add healthy omega-3 fats, fiber and a little protein for an extra nutritional boost.

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Potatoes with Green Tahini Sauce

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The cilantro- and lemon-laced tahini sauce is a perfect bold partner for potatoes in this Middle-Eastern-style potato salad recipe. The green tahini sauce is also great tossed with roasted carrots or broccoli.

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Jason Mraz's Avocado Green Smoothie

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To make this green smoothie recipe a meal-in-a-glass, musician Mraz adds a tablespoon of coconut oil and some sprouted flax or chia seeds.

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Peanut Butter & Jelly Smoothie

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Skip the PB & J sandwich but get the flavors in this healthy smoothie! Greek yogurt, spinach and strawberries are blended with peanut butter in this healthy, protein-rich smoothie recipe.

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    1 of 19 Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl
    2 of 19 Flourless Blender Zucchini Muffins
    3 of 19 Matcha Green Tea Latte
    4 of 19 Oatmeal-Almond Protein Pancakes
    5 of 19 Pea Soup
    6 of 19 Coffee-Banana Smoothie
    7 of 19 Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
    8 of 19 Blueberry-Banana Smoothie
    9 of 19 Vegan Smoothie Bowl
    10 of 19 Double-Tahini Hummus
    11 of 19 Pureed Broccoli Soup
    12 of 19 Pumpkin-Oat Mini Muffins
    13 of 19 Berry & Flax Smoothie
    14 of 19 Turmeric Latte
    15 of 19 Vegan Flourless Blender Blueberry Mini Muffins
    16 of 19 Pineapple Green Smoothie
    17 of 19 Potatoes with Green Tahini Sauce
    18 of 19 Jason Mraz's Avocado Green Smoothie
    19 of 19 Peanut Butter & Jelly Smoothie

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