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Best Blender for Smoothies and Everything Else

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Best Blender for Smoothies and Everything Else - Even Zoodle Salad #NinjaSnapTapGo #NinjaPartner

This post was created in partnership with Ninja® Intelli-Sense™ Kitchen System with Auto-Spiralizer™. I received complimentary products and compensation to facilitate my review, but all opinions within are my own.

When I think about what I would make in a blender the number one thing to pop into my head is smoothies. So, I obviously want the best blender for smoothies, but with limited space in the kitchen, if this kitchen gadget can also tackle other jobs, then that’s a huge bonus. Allow me to introduce my new favorite tool for every meal, a 4-in-1 appliance that is saving me so much time.

Best Blender for Smoothies and Everything Else - Even Zoodle Salad

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Best Blender for Smoothies

Making smoothies is at least a weekly task. The kids and I love having them every Wednesday morning. It’s just our thing. But I’m also trying to incorporate a whole lot more fresh veggies into our diets. One of our favorite recipes is for Zoodle Salad and can you believe I was able to make this using this new fancy Ninja?! Thanks to the attachments, I can do it all and with far fewer dishes to clean. Watch the video below to see what I mean:

Thanks to the 12 Smart Programs, Smart Vessel Recognition, and Intuitive Touchscreen, this tool makes preparing meals, beverages, and desserts easier than ever. Plus, I can now get rid of my bulky food processor!

…And Everything Else – Zoodle Salad

Best Blender for Smoothies

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Yield: 4 people

Zoodle Salad Recipe

Best Blender for Smoothies and Everything Else - Even Zoodle Salad #NinjaSnapTapGo #NinjaPartner

Create a beautiful zoodle salad in about 20 minutes. 

Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 zucchini, spiralized
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/3 cup basil leaves, chopped, fresh
  • 1 tbsp rosemary, chopped, fresh
  • 1 tsp oregano, dried
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. In processor bowl, add whole clove of garlic (without skin) and red pepper flakes. Pulse until blended.
  2. Add red bell pepper and onion and process until you have desired consistency.
  3. Set aside.
  4. Using the Spiralizer attachment, follow the included instructions to spiralize, the 3 zucchinis.
  5. Put your “Zoodles” in a large bowl and cut with kitchen scissors or a knife, so they're easier to eat. (Otherwise, you have a 4-foot long zoodle.)
  6. Combine all remaining ingredients and toss together until mixed well.
  7. Serve with a fork and cover any leftovers to store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1/4

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 394Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 486mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 9gSugar: 13gProtein: 12g

Nutrition facts are an estimate only.

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Cuisine: American / Category: Side Dishes

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Cherry Chia LimeAde

My daughter and I are super addicted to Chia seed drinks, but they can be rather pricey. So we tried making our own, and it was delicious! However, I tried to skip a step and don’t recommend it. Make your chia gel first, separately!

Ingredients:

  • 4 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 cup coconut water
  • 1/2 cup frozen cherries
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 cup coconut water

To make Chia Gel:

  1. Simply soak the chia seeds in the coconut water for 15-30 minutes. That’s it.

To make Cherry Chia LimeAde:

  1. Combine frozen cherries, lime juice and coconut water in the blender cup and press REFRESHER.
  2. Remove the blades from cup and stir in 1 tbsp chia gel (more or less for desired consistency) and enjoy!

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Blender for Smoothies and Zoodle Salad

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About Shelley

Mother of two living in Montana. Graduated from Benedictine University with a BS in nutrition science. I love food, fitness, reading, and all things science. I'm the sister that travels.

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Comments

  1. Autumn R Reo says

    November 28, 2017 at 6:48 am

    I hate having four appliances which I do for all these tasks. I’d love to have one that not just does it all but doesn’t take up all my pantry space! And LOVE that it can do mine zoodles!

  2. ellen beck says

    December 2, 2017 at 12:22 am

    I have to admit I had no clue what a zoodle salad was. I love the Ninja brand. I had one of those bullets it just bit the dust.

  3. Brandy says

    January 13, 2018 at 7:35 am

    I had not ever heard of the term zoodle salad, what a cool idea to make it up with this blender. That blender is amazing and I will have to get it in my life some day SOON! I have a really old blender that is due for an upgrade.

  4. Kristi says

    January 13, 2018 at 8:04 am

    That thing is my dream. We don’t own a food processor and our blender is horrible. Looks like this could do it all!

  5. Jennifer Quillen says

    January 13, 2018 at 9:00 am

    I honestly had to ask what a zoodle was! I love our Ninja appliances. Very durable and dependable!

  6. lisalisa says

    January 13, 2018 at 12:55 pm

    Ninja appliances are the Best! WOW, that zoodle salad looks delicious but, I have never heard of zoodle either. Now I want to make my own, this would be great to add to our football party dish.

  7. Kelly Stilwell says

    January 13, 2018 at 1:31 pm

    This look like a great device! I have a hand crank one for zoodles and never use it because it’s a pain!

  8. rana durham says

    May 19, 2018 at 12:13 pm

    i love smoothie and need to try something refreshing . its summertime which means i will be making lot of smoothies.

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