Savory Vitamix Recipes + a giveaway!
I’ve had a long-term love affair with my Vitamix. It was one of my very first exciting blog gifts, and I’ve used it almost every day since. I even ended up taking it with me on my honeymoon! (Maybe I should be embarrassed that I traveled with a giant blender, but nope. I own it.) I can confidently say it’s my favorite and most-often-used kitchen appliance.
Of course, when you think of Vitamix, what’s the first thing to come to mind?
Smoothies.
We have lots and lots of smoothies in our house…
But, the beauty of the Vitamix is that you can make pretty much anything with the high-powered blender, including nut butters, flours and savory recipes.
Here are some of my favorite savory Vitamix recipes: my favorite salsa, spinach and artichoke dip, and roasted vegetable soup. (<– all vegan, too!)
Hope you enjoy!
[Read on for the recipes and your chance to win a Vitamix of your own!]
My favorite salsa
This salsa is amazing for parties and tastes just like the restaurant version. It makes quite a bit, so store in jars in the fridge or gift some to friends and family with a bag of your favorite chips.
- Prep Time: 10
- Total Time: 10
Ingredients
- 28 oz can of whole, peeled tomatoes, drained
- 14 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
- Juice of one lime
- 1–2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (or you can use a fresh jalapeño)
- pinch of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 garlic cloves
- 3 scallions, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro
Instructions
- In the Vitamix, add the scallions, garlic, chipotle and cilantro. “Pulse” to chop by setting the speed on medium and quickly switching between “on” and “off.”
- Add the remaining ingredients and blend on medium speed until chopped and combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
- Serve with your favorite chips, or keep on hand for a wonderful omelet, sweet potato or chicken topping.
Spinach and artichoke dip
A savory dip that’s also wonderful as a salad component, spread on sandwiches on with your favorite protein.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Total Time: 15
Ingredients
- 8 oz frozen spinach (or 1 bag of fresh spinach)
- 1/2 sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 jar (6 oz) marinated artichokes
- Juice of one lemon
Instructions
- In a large pan on medium heat, add a little olive oil or butter and sauté the garlic and onion until soft and translucent.
- Add the spinach and heat through.
- Transfer the mixture to the Vitamix and add your artichoke hearts and lemon juice.
- Pulse well to combine.
- Serve with crackers as a quick and lovely appetizer, or store in the fridge to enjoy on sandwiches and salads throughout the week.
Roasted Vegetable Soup
A comforting and hearty bowl of soup, best-served with crusty bread and your favorite salad
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 40
Ingredients
- 5 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 bag (16 oz) of carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 bag (8 oz) of parsnips, peeled and chopped
- 32 oz. chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt, pepper and olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and spray a roasting pan with olive oil or nonstick spray.
- Place the veggies on the baking dish, drizzle olive oil, and season well with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 30 minutes until soft and slightly golden brown.
- Let cool slightly.
- Place the vegetables in the Vitamix along with the container of broth, and blend until your desired consistency. (I like a little texture in mine)
- Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
- Transfer to a large pot on the stove and heat through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
Hope you enjoy the recipes!!
Now it’s time for the chance to win a shiny, beautiful Vitamix.
Here’s how to enter:
a Rafflecopter giveaway
The giveaway will end Monday night at midnight and announced in Tuesday’s morning post.
Ready, set, go!!
xoxo
Gina
This post was sponsored by Vitamix. To participate, I received compensation, but as always, all opinions are my own. I was so excited for the chance to give one away to a lucky reader!! xo
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I want a Vitamix so much!!! I’d make smoothies, salsa and my hubbie would make his smoothie with all kinds of veggie’s in it!
I’d love to make coconut butter with the vitamix!
I would absolutely die for a Vitamix! I’ve had this on my wish list for the longest time. I think I would go to smoothie heaven.
Smoothies!!! That salsa recipe looks awesome too, though.
First thing i’d make would be soup! My food processor always leaves lumps.
The first thing I would make is a raw chocolate orange cake, cashews, orange essence, coconut oil and cacao. Freeze and done!
I’ve always wanted one of those!
A Vitamix would be life changing!
The first thing I’d make would be salsa. I love salsa!
Oooh that would be amazing!!! I would stick with a simple smoothie for my first thing!
I love making smoothies and recently started making frozen yogurt! so good!
I would make some hot soups to survive the polar vortex 🙂
Green smoothies, all the way!
I would love to have a vitamix!
Tried smoothies from the Vitamix at stop and shop this weekend. Love it and really want one. For me, it’s a must have in any kitchen.
I’d make a big green smoothie!!
First thing I would try to make is a winter vegetable soup, and then some pico de gallo!!!! I’ve always wanted to use a vitamix.
I would immediately try out your spinach and artichoke dip! I’m allergic to dairy so I normally have to bypass party dips- you can imagine my excitement when I saw your recipe! YUM!
If I don’t win or ever receive a Vitamix as a gift I’ve promised to buy myself one once I finish my phd and get a tenure track position.
I would try a smoothie…they seem to be all the range and I’d love to get some extra fruits and veggies in!
Green smoothies, even when it’s cold out!
I would love to make nut butters or pesto!
I’d make a smoothie!
I would make a breakfast smoothie!
I would make cashew “sour cream”, soups, and smoothies!
Mmm, I can’t decide between a smoothie or blending up fruits for yummy sorbet and popsicles!
Soup 🙂
Cashew butter! It’s one of my favorite items to use in both savory and sweet dishes, I just love the smooth thick texture. Unfortunately it is a splurge item so I ration it carefully when I do purchase it, but it would be great to be able to whip some up myself!
Definitely green smoothies and a creamy soup! Ahhh I’ve wanted one for so long! I don’t even have a cheapie one right now…my immersion blender is tired of making my smoothies haha.
I’d love to win! The spinach and artichoke dip looks yummy.
Great giveaway! I’m dying for a Vitamix!
Green Smoothie!
I would make some nut butter!!! And a green smoothie so I know what they are all about. 🙂
I would love to win! It would be great for our smoothes
I would make the spinach artichoke dip for an at-home date night for the hubs and me!
First thing I would make is some soup for these cold winter months!
Would love to try a Vitamix!
All of your recipes look fantastic!!!
I would make some homemade salsa! It gets better with age
I’d make some broccoli soup and tomato soup. Yum, yum!
I’d make my own salsa!!
Woohoo! Can’t wait to make daily smoothies.
I would make daily smoothies that are actually smooth!
I would make a banana and sttrawberry smoothie!
I would make smoothies and nut butter!
I would make a smoothie!
I would make smoothies for myself and my son!!
I would make smoothies that are actually smooth!
I want to try making the salsa! Yum!
nut butter!