Don’t you use the glass blender? Discover 5 recipes to make the most of it

If you are one of those who bought a blender to prepare smoothies and you are not getting all the performance you expected, do not despair. This appliance is not only used to prepare smoothies. There are other recipes that you can make with a blender such as pancakes, sauces, soups or dressings… In this article we show you some very simple recipes in glass blender that will become part of your recipe book.

1. Dough recipe to make protein pancakes (in a blender)

This dough is packed with protein and fiber, thanks to the cottage cheese, eggs, and oats. With it you can make pancakes that will help keep your blood sugar balanced in the morning.

Ingredients:

1 cup fine rolled oats 4 eggs 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese 1 teaspoon baking soda A pinch of cinnamon and vanilla

Preparation:

Put all the ingredients in the mixer and work them until there is a smooth dough.Cook the pancakes in a skillet, turning once, until they are cooked through.Top with fruit.

2. Recipe for homemade tomato sauce (in a blender)

Making a tomato sauce in a blender is easier and makes it possible to do without commercial products that, although they say “homemade” on the label, are usually loaded with additives, salt and sugar.

Ingredients:

800 g diced tomatoes 2 garlic cloves 1⁄4 cup fresh basil 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil a pinch of salt a few chili flakes

Preparation:

Put all the ingredients in the blender, leave it thick to your likingThen cook it over low heat for about 90 minutes, stirring often. You can use this sauce in pasta dishes, pizzas, bruschettas or lasagnas.

You can add onion and pepper to the recipe, for example. Other easy sauces that you can make in your blender are pesto and chimichurri.

3. Bean soup recipe (in a blender)

Ingredients:

400 g of cooked red beans 400 g of diced tomatoes 1 and a half cups of vegetable broth A pinch of cumin A few chili flakes

Elaboration:

Pour the ingredients into the glass and blend, but stop before it becomes a uniform puree, unless you prefer it that way. Transfer the soup from the blender glass to a pot and heat it. You can serve it by adding a tablespoon of yogurt, some diced avocado and cilantro.

4. Different hummus recipe (in a blender)

Ingredients

400 of cooked chickpeas 60 ml of aquafaba (the cooking water of the chickpeas) 60 ml of tahini (cream of sesame seeds) 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves The juice of 1 large lemon.Preparation: Put the ingredients in the blender and mix them until the hummus is smooth. Add salt, pepper and a pinch of cumin to taste. If you wish, instead of chickpeas you can make this hummus with white beans. You can also experiment with adding various herbs, spices, and even roasted garlic and roasted peppers for a more flavorful hummus.

5. Salad dressing recipe (in a blender)

The sauces found in supermarkets are very convenient, but look at the list of ingredients: you will surely see that the fats are not the healthiest and that they contain additives that you are not aware of. It is better to prepare them at home and if you do it with the blender it will acquire a very soft and pleasant texture.

Ingredients:

1 cup extra virgin olive oil 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 medium onion, cut into half moons 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1/4 cup xylitol 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground mustard 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon of pepper

Preparation:

Pour all the ingredients into the glass and mix until you have a smooth result. You can store this sauce in the refrigerator to use it for several days.