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Endless Summer Vitamix Giveaway!

by Kathy Patalsky · updated: Mar 23, 2020 · published: Aug 18, 2017 · About 8 minutes to read this article. 363 Comments


*The grand prize is generously donated from Vitamix.

Summertime, lazy days and vacation season may be fading fast, but have no fear! Here on HHL it is giveaway time. And there is always a reason to get excited when you own a Vitamix. Seriously, I love these things. My Vitamix brings me so much kitchen joy, all year round.

Check out the three prizes and enter to win!..

End of Summer Giveaway. I love a good giveaway. I love offering something to thank you guys for connecting, following me and for being an awesome community of people. (Some of you have been around for ten years now!) And hopefully while you are visiting my site, you will pop around a bit and find a plant-based recipe you want to try.

Plus, I get to feel a bit like Oprah, "You get a Vitamix! You get some matcha! You get smoothie goodies!"

For this giveaway, I will choose three winners.

Prizes:
Grand: Vitamix Ascent Series - A3500 model - ($619.95 value + includes shipping)
First: Encha Organic Matcha Starter Kit
Second: Kathy's Smoothie Goodies + My Book 365 Vegan Smoothies

*see bottom for shipping restrictions

The grand prize is a big one. A top of the line, gorgeous, amazing, life-changing Ascent Series Vitamix.

My Vitamix is by far the most-used and most-beloved appliance or thing in my kitchen. I am very brand loyal, as many Vitamix owners are. Vitamix is a family-owned brand stands for quality, passion and commitment to their family of Vitamix owners.

Investment Purchase. Seriously, if there is one kitchen or healthy-diet investment you make in the next month or year or years -- make it a Vitamix. I promise, you will be so in love with it. And the best part: you will suddenly be drinking more healthy smoothies and blending up more soups, dips, sauces and more. Over the years, I have found that it is so much easier to be creative in the kitchen when I have a professional tool like a Vitamix at my fingertips.

I have been playing with my Vitamix Ascent Series for a few months now and let me tell you seven reasons why I love it..

1. Containers. The containers are gorgeous and so functional. I adore the clear tops and how they snap into place so well. With the clear tops you can easily monitor the blending process without removing the lid. Also, the lid plug doubles as a measuring device.

2. Touchscreen. The A3300 and A3500 offer a scratch-resistant touchscreen that is really easy to clean. Just wipe it down and done.

3. All about the SELF-DETECT technology... "Vitamix Ascent Series blenders are engineered with new SELF-DETECT™ technology, so the machine knows precisely which container is placed on the base and adjusts blend settings accordingly. The machine will not power on until a container is properly seated on the motor base, and certain programs are automatically disabled if the wrong container is used, such as hot soup in any container but the 64-oz. container."

..I love this because it makes your blender almost like a "smart device" and improves safety. I cannot tell you how many times I have accidentally started my Vitamix with the container a bit off center because I wasn't paying attention and "Schreeeech!" It makes a horrible loud screeching sound and I have to quickly pull it off. Have you ever done that?? Well this new technology prevents those types of mistakes.

4. Lots of pre-programmed settings!
The A3300 offers program settings for Smoothies, Hot Soups, and Frozen Desserts, while the A3500 offers Smoothies, Hot Soups, Frozen Desserts, Dips & Spreads, and Self-Cleaning. I really love how when you use a program there is a timer that counts backwards letting you know how much time is left on the blend. So helpful!

5. That Knob Though.
I just love the knob on my Vitamix A3500. It sounds like a simple thing, but when your hands are wet or messy from cooking prep, it is nice to have a big sturdy knob!

6. The cute bouncy logo. When your Vitamix is plugged in but not in use, a cute little spiral logo spins all over the touchscreen screen. It is a very small detail, but one of my favorites.

7. 10-years covered. Vitamix Ascent Series machines come with a 10-year full warranty.

Learn more about Vitamix's Ascent Series.

First Prize:

Second Prize:

Enter the Giveaway!..

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Bonus content: Endless Summer Problems: Solved!

Problem 1: Hot. Tired. Parched.
Answer: Watermelon Frosty! Hydrating, sweet, light, refreshing, pink.

Problem 2: Stuck in the car for hours, snacks needed!
Answer: Roadtrip Bars and a few pre-made PBJ clubs.

Problem 3: A bunch of people are coming over for a Labor Day dinner, what do I cook??
Answer: Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers - lay out all the toppings and have a DIY burger bar. On the side, some 5-step kale salad, cole slaw or this summery ranch salad.

Problem 4: Headed to the beach for an end-of-summer party, what in the world do I bring?
Answer: A few reusable water bottles (these Swell bottles are my favorite!) filled with coconut water and coconut water ice cubes - or frozen fruit (frozen grapes work really well!) A few hummus-stuffed pitas with spinach. And a giant container of pre-sliced or ready-to-eat fresh fruit (pineapple, plums, peaches, apricots, blueberries). Salty snacks also work well! Try veggie puffs, Hippeas, crackers, Siete corn chips or pretzels. I also love a toasted bagel with vegan cream cheese (love Kite Hill!) or a PBJ sandwich. And you can always bring a few vegan peanut butter cookies for snacking!

Problem 5: It is still too hot to "cook" anything, what cool meals can I make?
Answer: Smoothie Bowls are always a good idea. Add loads of fruit, granola, nut butter, seed or cereal toppings to boost things. Another option: toast! Surely you can still toast some bread. Avocado Toast or Hummus Toast is delicious. Salads are also always a great idea for summer meals. Another fun option: chilled zucchini "zoodles" aka noodles!

Problem 6: I have an ice cream craving...
Answer: I have a few recipes for that! Cookies & Cream. Cookie Dough. Matcha Coconut Milk. And more ice cream flavors!

If you just want to buy some at the store you are in luck because SO many awesome flavors are out there! I love anything coconut or cashew-based. And cookie dough is probably my fave flavor. The soy-based version from So Delicious is a fave of mine. I also love the vegan Ben and Jerry's Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream.

Problem 7: I love my matcha lattes, but they are too hot to drink in the summer.
Answer: Try a DIY Matcha Frapp. OR pour your latte over a bit of ice. Pro-tip for iced matcha lattes: add a tiny bit more matcha and omit any added water, since the ice cubes will melt and water things down a bit.

Problem 8: My house is going to be loaded with kiddos in a few hours, what do I make to entertain them? They love fun recipes!
Answer: Rainbow Roll-Ups are always a good idea. You could also bake some "mall cookies" or Funfetti Flower-Top Cupcakes. Or a Unicorn Frapp.

Problem 9: I get so bored with my smoothies. I need some help.
Answer: My book! 365 Vegan Smoothies.

Problem 10: Back to School is coming!!! I need recipes...
Answer: This post should give you a bunch of plant-based after-school snack ideas!

Here are three of my go-to dinners using my Vitamix.. Sweet Potato Soup or Mac and Cheese with homemade blended sauce or dreamy Broccoli Potato White Bean Soup.

Good Luck everyone and thank you for being a part of the Healthy Happy Life and Finding Vegan communities!

Disclosure: This post is not monetarily sponsored, but the grand giveaway prize has been graciously donated by Vitamix. I am a Vitamix affiliate and there are affiliate links in this post. The matcha prize has been donated by Encha Organic Matcha - as part of our Kathy's Matcha Chat Series.

Entry requirements / shipping: USA entry approved for all three prizes. If you want to enter the giveaway from Canada, you certainly can, but only the 'smoothie goodies' prize will be open to you due to shipping restrictions.

Vitamix Summer Savings. If you just cannot wait to buy a Vitamix, there are some amazing deals right now. You can snag a CR Vitamix for just $269! That is an incredible deal. The blender model is the first Vitamix I ever owned and works beautifully. Check out all the Vitamix Summer Savings here.

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About Kathy Patalsky

Hey there! I'm Kathy, lover of kitty cats, weekend baking, 90's movies, travel, beach fog and foamy lattes. Since 2007, I have been sharing my vegan recipes and photos. My goal is to make your cooking life a little easier, delicious - and plant-loaded - while sharing some LIFE and conversation along the way.

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  1. Jody Greiner-Phillips says

    September 22, 2017 at 7:57 pm

    Was the winner announced?

    Reply
    • Kathy Patalsky says

      September 22, 2017 at 8:56 pm

      Yes, I emailed them, just waiting for one of them to return my email before I announce them on the widget. If she doesn't email in a we days I will have to choose another winner.
      Thank you for checking!

      Reply
      • Jody Greiner-Phillips says

        September 25, 2017 at 12:50 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
  2. Kelly Smith says

    September 14, 2017 at 11:57 pm

    Veggies cooked in olive oil..

    Reply
  3. JillianToo says

    September 14, 2017 at 6:19 pm

    I'm loving quinoa stuffed peppers right now.

    Reply
  4. Gloria Luongo says

    September 14, 2017 at 5:09 pm

    My go to broiled Veggies. Usually Cauliflower. But will throw any veggie under the broiler.

    Reply
  5. PhancyPheet says

    September 14, 2017 at 4:52 pm

    I would love to make a hearty vegetable soup!

    Reply
  6. Kimmy Ripley says

    September 14, 2017 at 3:21 pm

    I am just coming back to say I am crossing my fingers and toes so tight for this Vitamix. I love to make smoothies but omg it is beyond frustrating with my $25 cheapy blender. It just isn't cutting it. A Vitamix is at the top of my wishlist. I would break out in the biggest happy dance ever. Thanks again for this fantastic opportunity to win.

    Reply
  7. Rust says

    September 14, 2017 at 12:26 pm

    My go to is a skillet of roasted veggies: carrots, potatoes, brussels sprouts.

    Reply
  8. Brandon Sparks says

    September 14, 2017 at 10:06 am

    Veggies cooked in olive oil.. yummy

    Reply
  9. Tara Gauthier says

    September 14, 2017 at 5:46 am

    I love to make Macaroni and cheese or a vegetable stiry fry!

    Reply
  10. Laurie Nykaza says

    September 14, 2017 at 4:30 am

    I've been making some cauliflower,broccoli garlic with some zucchini steamed together with different sauces on it so good.

    Reply
  11. Melissa S says

    September 13, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    My husband are actually just working on switching to a plant based diet. We both have 1 kidney each due to cancer and I have gout now, yay bonus, I am having a rough time because it really is a huge change for us.

    Reply
  12. Heather McClees says

    September 13, 2017 at 2:58 am

    I love all your recipes so much, they always inspire me to try something new! 🤗🍴Thanks for the giveaway, I have been eyeing the new line of Vitamix machines since they came out! Great review too, I am picky about blenders and you make some great points here. 😊

    Reply
  13. Kathryn Andrews says

    September 12, 2017 at 10:19 pm

    Yum! Fresh, silky smooth tomato soup.

    Reply
  14. Lyndsey R. says

    September 12, 2017 at 8:23 pm

    I like zucchini and squash with onions, green peppers and garlic sautéed with olive oil. So yummy!

    Reply
  15. Sonja Frey says

    September 12, 2017 at 1:58 pm

    Well I am new to being vegetarian so I am learning. I have multiple health dis-eases and can eat very few foods, so my life has become a bit complicated. . . The food sensitivities will subside when my health is returned but right now I am very limited. I can eat some veggies (and I LOVE veggies and they are in season so this is bumming me out) but my system can't handle raw ones right now. I am in it to heal and to learn and I don't own a blender!!! As I am also starting my own massage therapy business, buying a blender is not on the financial radar right now, so this would be extremely helpful and so very appreciated. BTW - found your website thru Kris Carr.

    Reply
  16. Zuzonna Huot says

    September 12, 2017 at 12:40 pm

    One of my favorites is smoked paprika chickpeas over mushroom sage polenta surrounded by a bed of steamed kale drizzled with ume plum vinegar and lemon. yummmmmmm:)

    Reply
  17. Tina W says

    September 12, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    In summer I love making a big pot of ratatouille using fresh produce from the garden or farmers market.

    Reply
  18. kelly says

    September 11, 2017 at 8:09 pm

    I've been making cauliflower rice stir fries and "rice" bowls with lots of healthy roasted veggies.

    Reply
  19. Stephanie Shipley says

    September 11, 2017 at 3:58 pm

    My go to recipe is a green smoothie!

    Reply
  20. Tom Harris says

    September 11, 2017 at 5:59 am

    my go-to, healthy, plant-based dinner would have to be some organic beans with lots of spices and vegetables chopped in and simmered, served over brown rice finished with a little oil-free hummus on top.

    Reply
  21. D B says

    September 10, 2017 at 11:14 pm

    Lentil soup. Delicious, easy, healthy!

    Reply
  22. Dee Fleecs says

    September 09, 2017 at 11:11 pm

    I love to mix unsweetened almond milk 1/2 frozen sweet potato 1/2 frozen banana one scoop of bone broth vanilla one heaping handful of spinach 1 tablespoon of almond butter

    Reply
  23. stephanieann1 says

    September 09, 2017 at 6:46 pm

    my favorite healthy recipe is Zucchini Gratin

    Reply
  24. Amber Baker says

    September 07, 2017 at 6:44 pm

    I am so excited to have come across this blog and the Finding Vegan pages! Amazing resources for new vegans like myself.

    Reply
  25. Minnie Cook says

    September 06, 2017 at 4:49 am

    My go-to recipe has to be my green smoothie! It's very yummy and only has natural ingredients: spinach, oats, water, ice, and a very ripe banana! I really like how the banana's sweetness overpowers the flavor and how the spinach gives it a slight, somewhat bitter flavor :9

    Reply
  26. Muenster_fangs says

    September 05, 2017 at 11:57 pm

    I've been eating a lot of black bean burritos with cucumber pico de gallo and spanish rice lately.

    Reply
  27. doreen lamoureux says

    September 05, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    Mine is a vegan protein mix with almond milk.

    Reply
  28. Latasha Becerra says

    September 05, 2017 at 5:53 am

    Finding Vegan has been a new discovery for me and now I'm connected to your other social media accounts because of this genius raffle per follow/tweet/etc idea! love it!

    Reply
  29. miriama59 says

    September 04, 2017 at 1:26 pm

    Zucchini lasagna or black bean burgers.

    Reply
  30. michele says

    September 04, 2017 at 1:10 am

    lots of smoothies!

    Reply
  31. Alan S. Gardner says

    September 03, 2017 at 12:39 am

    Spanish Rice is my go-to plant based meal. Brown Rice, Tomato, Peppers, Onion, Beans(When you want them), Garlic, Chili Powder, and other spices to taste. It was one of the few meals my father could prepare on his own.

    Reply
  32. Taylor says

    September 02, 2017 at 6:43 pm

    My go-to healthy meal right now is a korean-inspired tofu veggie stir fry! Crispy browned tofu, lots of veggies (zucchini, onion, garlic, cauliflower, bok choy), a big scoop of kimchi, miso paste, gochujang, soy sauce, and serve over rice or soba noodles.

    Reply
  33. Naomi Martinez Orysiek says

    September 01, 2017 at 9:28 am

    New to your site. Love your fluffy quinoa cooking tip. I raved about its perfect texture to my coworkers & they begged for your recipe. Keep the healthy and delicious recipes coming!

    Reply
  34. gaby says

    September 01, 2017 at 12:05 am

    I love daal or a grain-based bowl with lentils/beans + various veggies 🙂

    Reply
  35. paula111 says

    August 31, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    I love sauteed kale , onion and zuchinni. Thanks

    Reply
  36. Birdiebee says

    August 31, 2017 at 12:09 am

    One of my favorite plant-based recipes is Vegan Huevos Rancheros Casserole.

    Reply
  37. Stephanie says

    August 30, 2017 at 8:53 pm

    It was 105 degrees a day ago, so I'm sticking to Caprese Salads and lots of popsicles

    Reply
  38. Sharon says

    August 30, 2017 at 5:22 pm

    Fruit! I have not recipes yet. My husband and I just decided to switch our diet, this week. We are beginning a new journey.

    Reply
  39. Sejal Shah says

    August 30, 2017 at 2:08 pm

    Sweet potato veggie burger!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  40. Leah G says

    August 30, 2017 at 1:26 pm

    I love love love curry! So your recent peanut butter curry chickpeas are perfect for my cravings 🙂

    Reply
  41. Mara says

    August 29, 2017 at 5:21 pm

    Sweet potato, with almond butter and home-made jam.

    Reply
  42. Schatzie Fretzel says

    August 29, 2017 at 2:53 pm

    Blackbean burgers!

    Reply
  43. Lorena A. says

    August 29, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    I'm lazy so a baked potato will do in a pinch.

    Reply
  44. Kristi says

    August 29, 2017 at 12:41 pm

    My current go-to is a macro bowl! I make it with bulk ingredients that I pre-prepare for the week, for convenience.

    Reply
  45. Catharina Nyrén says

    August 29, 2017 at 8:38 am

    My go to's at the moment is oven baked cauliflower and chickpeas with quinoa and different variations of Dahl (lentil curry). Quick, yummy and easy!

    Reply
  46. Théo Iguedjtal says

    August 29, 2017 at 7:17 am

    My go to is microwave potatoes with olive oil and tofu ! Yummy !

    Thanks for the giveaway !

    Reply
  47. Jamie Pennell says

    August 29, 2017 at 2:18 am

    OMGAAAWD!!! Truly grateful to be a aprt of this giveaway!!! This would be a dream come true for me!!! I would love to make endless recipes with a Vitamix. From nice cream to creamy detox soups. I'm not able to make these things in my nutribullet. My kitchen needs an upgrade!!! Thank you!!!

    Reply
  48. Amanda L says

    August 29, 2017 at 1:58 am

    Thank you for having a giveaway!

    Reply
  49. EdyeNicolesMakeup says

    August 29, 2017 at 1:48 am

    Vegetable soup! 🙂

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    Reply
  50. Melody Ewert says

    August 29, 2017 at 12:19 am

    I love to saute Kale with onions.

    Reply
  51. Danielle E. Johnson says

    August 28, 2017 at 10:43 pm

    I love making basil pesto and topping heirloom tomatoes with it!

    Reply
  52. myla says

    August 28, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    I love making thai carrot soup. It's amazing. Especially in the hot summer months!

    Reply
  53. Kayte CookWatts says

    August 28, 2017 at 8:21 pm

    I really love taking advantage of tomato season, so tomatoes wherever I can. Fave quick one, is just broiled with a bit of mozz, basil. Also works great with peaches for dessert!

    Reply
  54. Deb S says

    August 28, 2017 at 8:15 pm

    My Go-To recipe is Sweet Potatoe Soup!

    Reply
  55. Dianne Smith says

    August 28, 2017 at 8:01 pm

    Beans and Rice baby.

    Reply
  56. ameier says

    August 28, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    This is awesome, Kathy. (As is that watermelon frosty. Hot damn.)

    Reply
  57. Nela says

    August 28, 2017 at 7:36 pm

    My fave plant based meal now is baked sweet potatoes covered in herbes de provence and himalayan salt with guacamole-tomatoes dip, actually I can't live without them.

    Reply
  58. Winddove says

    August 28, 2017 at 6:57 pm

    One of my faves and so beautiful on a plate as well as delicious is Baked Seasoned Polenta with a wonderful Spicy Tomato Cucumber Salsa.

    Reply
  59. Jen says

    August 28, 2017 at 6:16 pm

    My go-to recipe is garbanzo bean pasta in a cashew "cheese" sauce with tons of broccoli and kale. Easy, delicious and people seem to really love it.

    Reply
  60. Sariah says

    August 28, 2017 at 6:16 pm

    My favorite plant based meal right now is baked potatoes with grilled onions and peppers over the top and some fresh cilantro. Yum!

    Reply
  61. De says

    August 28, 2017 at 6:11 pm

    My favorite go to healthy meal these days is an "inauthentic tabbouleh" recipe, with tomatoes and cucumber and stuff all mixed in it. I like to have it over a salad.

    Reply
  62. Amanda says

    August 28, 2017 at 6:05 pm

    Homemade almond butter salad dressing on anything!

    Reply
  63. Gabi Joy Wall says

    August 28, 2017 at 6:00 pm

    Love making veggie chili in the crockpot right now!

    Reply
  64. Claire Elizabeth says

    August 28, 2017 at 3:35 pm

    I love making cold dinners right now! Chilled pasta, gluten-free wraps and taco bowls (I'm celiac), and of course smoothie bowls - yes for dinner!! Mmm! 😉

    Reply
  65. Ewa says

    August 27, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    Living in Florida and dealing with crazy heat, all I wanna eat this summer is fruit and salads! Just tried your Vegan Ranch BBQ Bowl and it's to die for! Thanks for yet another great recipe!

    Reply
  66. Deborah Rukin Gold says

    August 27, 2017 at 11:44 am

    @HappyHealthyLife, your site/blog/cookbook got me started on a plant-based lifestyle 4 years ago and there is no turning back. My goto breakfast meal is (Japanese) sweet potato toast with almond butter and sprinkled with hemp seeds and cacao nibs.

    Reply
  67. Leslie Beckett says

    August 26, 2017 at 4:51 pm

    I just discovered your site and I love it!! I can't wait to get started on these awesome recipes!

    Reply
  68. Elkaye says

    August 26, 2017 at 4:01 pm

    I love making baked sweet potato fries. 🙂

    Reply
  69. Veg Nik says

    August 25, 2017 at 10:21 pm

    For the most simple and healthy, I love snacking on nuts, seeds, and making mixed smoothies with fruit, sometimes leaves, hemp seeds, chia, cinnamon, coconut, and whatever other goodies are around.

    Reply
  70. Jody Greiner-Phillips says

    August 25, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    Thank you for the chance to win! @Vitamix and @HappyHealthyLife. This would be amazing to have to help me and my daughters lead a Happy Healthy Life!!

    Reply
  71. Maria ML says

    August 25, 2017 at 2:58 pm

    you honestly have some of the BEST vegan mac and cheese recipes!! Even my non-vegan friends go crazy over them!!

    Reply
  72. Amy Ledesma says

    August 25, 2017 at 8:46 am

    My go to plantbased meal is avocado pitas with lime,salt ,pepper cucumbers,cilantro and some chickpeas. Its really delish and sometimes I do add a little salad dressing to jazz it up.

    Reply
  73. Midmom58 says

    August 24, 2017 at 11:58 pm

    My go to plant based meal right now is your Not Tuna salad. It is so versatile and can be fancied up with fruit and added veggies. So easy to take on the road and picky eaters love it. A great summertime meal. Second in line is any smoothie with fresh peaches and citrus!!!

    Reply
  74. Jacq says

    August 24, 2017 at 10:29 pm

    So boring lol, but my go-to is always salad with beans and seeds for protein, fiber, and iron, and crammed with as many fresh veggies as possible. And I usually love to have a toasted vegan cheese sandwich with it.

    Reply
  75. EBar13 says

    August 24, 2017 at 9:55 pm

    I just got myself an onigiri press, so I've been happily experimenting with it all week. Sushi rice and your filling of choice is all you need for a quick snack or meal. I've made a ton of avocado ones along with a number of tempeh fillings and the results are always AMAZING!

    Reply
  76. susan g says

    August 24, 2017 at 5:46 pm

    I just found your blog, searching for a veggie burger with sweet potatoes. That's now first on my list to try, but everything else I've looked at (and saved) follows soon! And I could make good use of any of those prizes...

    Reply
  77. Marissa says

    August 24, 2017 at 4:27 pm

    I've been making a lot of tofu scramble tacos lately with salsa and onions and peppers.

    Reply
  78. Nesha C-H. says

    August 24, 2017 at 2:17 pm

    I am so excited about your blog and the giveaway. I am hitting a milestone birthday and decided to give the gift of health for myself. I am going to try to switch to a plant based diet using juicing and smoothies. I know the Vitamix Ascent 3500 will help me attain this goal, based its versality and ease.

    Reply
  79. Kristy says

    August 24, 2017 at 2:49 am

    My go to dinner recipe right now is steamed artichokes, roasted Japanese sweet potato wedges, buffalo cauliflower wings, and arugula salad along with some steamed edamame.

    Reply
    • Kathy Patalsky says

      August 24, 2017 at 4:05 pm

      That sounds amazing and I need to make all those things!

      Reply
  80. Catherine Brodeur says

    August 24, 2017 at 1:54 am

    My go to lazy I'm so hungry & want it quickly meal is usually a wrap sandwich of some sort...lately I'll bake some garlicky tofu or chickpeas & layer that in a wrap w fresh or roasted veggies (depending on what I've made that week) & some hummus or hot sauce w a sprinkle of some nuts or seeds...some days it's simple, some days more involved, but ALL days it hits the spot 🙂

    Reply
  81. jolene rr says

    August 23, 2017 at 11:31 pm

    Garden tomato salsa with corn chips is my go-to dinner right now. Also a fresh pot of pinto beans with tortillas. Nothing in the whole world is better than a water-salt-pinto bean fresh pot. Nothing.

    Reply
  82. Jennifer says

    August 23, 2017 at 11:14 pm

    Thanks for all the delicious recipe ideas!

    Reply
  83. Robin says

    August 23, 2017 at 6:26 pm

    I am loving black bean burgers right now, with garlic aioli sauce! Sometimes I also make roasted potatoes, and dip them into the sauce too! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy Patalsky says

      August 24, 2017 at 4:06 pm

      Yum! That sounds amazing. I haven't had a good black bean burger in a while actually.

      Reply
  84. Sarah says

    August 23, 2017 at 4:54 pm

    Oh my gosh. I think I need to make you cookies and cream ice cream immediately!!!!! It looks amazing! I don't; know how I missed the recipe or I would have tried it by now! Thanks for bringing it to my attention 🙂

    Reply
  85. leitishajohnson says

    August 23, 2017 at 4:32 pm

    sweet potato burger is my FAVE!!

    Reply
  86. Cathryn says

    August 23, 2017 at 3:34 pm

    I've really been loving the simplicity of chickpea salad with this summer heat!

    Reply
  87. Michelle Simpson says

    August 23, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    The road trip bars are fabulous

    Reply
  88. Meaghan Dischler says

    August 23, 2017 at 10:56 am

    Mediterranean bowls with fresh hummus!

    Reply
  89. 78DaysofSummer says

    August 23, 2017 at 7:50 am

    Vegetable loaded soup mmmm

    Reply
  90. Dana says

    August 23, 2017 at 2:33 am

    I like to make gazpacho soup. Cucumber or tomato. And green smoothies all day work well.

    Reply
  91. Ineke says

    August 23, 2017 at 1:50 am

    Tossing whatever veggies I find in the garden into a skillet. Lately it's zucchini and tomatoes with onion, garlic, basil and oregano. Yum!

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  92. rrnancyr says

    August 23, 2017 at 1:11 am

    Peaches, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries covered with fresh almond milk

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  93. Giselle M says

    August 23, 2017 at 1:07 am

    Beet smoothie with cocoa power, maca powder, frozen watermelon, frozen banana, chia/flax, cinnamon, vanilla, raspberries and coconut nectar

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  94. DebbieKL says

    August 22, 2017 at 11:12 pm

    Love fresh sweet corn with veggie burgers!

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  95. Mary W says

    August 22, 2017 at 10:59 pm

    Vegetarian chili with lots of spices. We like ours spicy hot and served over rice.

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  96. Laura Hast says

    August 22, 2017 at 10:32 pm

    Veggie or blk bean burgers😘🙋🙌🙏💃😍😎🤗

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  97. Susan Pertierra says

    August 22, 2017 at 10:29 pm

    I make a big salad of mixed greens, spinach and romaine lettuces and add white quinoa, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, garbanzo beans, plus whatever else looks good.

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  98. Andrea says

    August 22, 2017 at 9:53 pm

    Our go-to dinner is a salad made with zucchini noodles and lots of other fresh veggies from the farmer's market,

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  99. Blythe says

    August 22, 2017 at 7:43 pm

    Our go-to dinner these days is homemade veggie sushi with miso soup and edamame. I cheat a little by buying the sushi rice pre-cooked from the restaurant up the street, but the kids really love rolling their own sushi!

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  100. Michelle Hart says

    August 22, 2017 at 7:24 pm

    Our summer go-to for dinner is a huge salad loaded up with whatever veggies are on hand. For lunch, a bowl of hummus with carrots and cucumber slices is perfect for hot days.

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  101. Paula Marsh says

    August 22, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    Hot days and night's call for dips, veggies, pita and lavash - hummus, babaganoush and guac work best for us. Any leftover dips become salad dressing for the following day 🙂

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  102. Lynn says

    August 22, 2017 at 6:29 pm

    I just love your blog. I always get great ideas and help. 🙂

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  103. Anita says

    August 22, 2017 at 6:13 pm

    My go-to this summer for dinner has been a sushi bowl, with brown rice, diced cucumbers, shredded purple cabbage carrots, and avocados. Seaweed strips, pan fried tofu, with sriracha and sesame seeds a nooch all on the top!

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  104. Ann Hoffmann says

    August 22, 2017 at 6:11 pm

    Loving the green smoothies on your blog. They are refreshing.

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  105. Staci Powell says

    August 22, 2017 at 6:08 pm

    My go to recipe is tacos, like black bean tacos.

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  106. Rachel Canham says

    August 22, 2017 at 5:35 pm

    My go-to this summer has been a cold sweet potato mash with raw veggies, salsa, nutritional yeast and chili powder!

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  107. Jael says

    August 22, 2017 at 4:59 pm

    Wow, what great recipes. Thanks for the opportunity to win the vitamix. I really enjoy your blog.

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  108. Ashley Dowell Rey says

    August 22, 2017 at 4:59 pm

    My go-to meal is black bean tacos with fresh peppers, arugala, avocado and sautéed jalapeños
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  109. Cassie says

    August 22, 2017 at 4:03 pm

    My go-to is a quick stir fry with tons of veggies, brown rice, and coconut aminos. Sometimes I add some marinated tofu on top.

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  110. Janie Gibson says

    August 22, 2017 at 3:52 pm

    Lately it's been salads from the garden and tacos with avocado and chickpeas.

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  111. Tanja says

    August 22, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    My go to is a homemade red lentil curry with coconut milk, tomatoes and veggies.

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  112. disqus_n6P3gaQ2GK says

    August 22, 2017 at 2:46 pm

    My go to is salads using seasonal produce! Cucumber, tomato, onion, radish, olive, chickpea, pomegranate vinegar, and dill today 🙂

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  113. Terri Ballard says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:55 pm

    My go to is always a salad, just love my leafy greens

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  114. Laurie A. says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    My quick go-to is pasta with lots of fresh and roasted summer veggies.

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  115. Connie Wykoff Green says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:40 pm

    My go to is salad! There are endless varieties and so many delicious combinations can be created with the ingredients on hand.

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  116. michelemc320 says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    Loving lots of tomatoes and basil with balsamic

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  117. Lauren says

    August 22, 2017 at 12:48 pm

    My go-to dinner is Angela Liddon's avocado basil pasta!

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  118. Jess says

    August 22, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    My go-to healthy dinner is zoodles with a fresh tomato-basil sauce.

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  119. Maria Katie says

    August 22, 2017 at 11:37 am

    My go to meal is chicken wraps with smoothie

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  120. ks says

    August 22, 2017 at 11:14 am

    My go-to dinner is a big, green salad with tofu or beans for added protein. Thanks for the great contest!

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  121. Katie Wilson says

    August 22, 2017 at 10:35 am

    All the roasted veggies from the garden!

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  122. Chelsea says

    August 22, 2017 at 10:12 am

    My go to would be a roasted veggie salad!

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  123. Cara says

    August 22, 2017 at 5:51 am

    Been such a HOT Summer - your Dole Whip for the kids and I has been a refreshing treat!...all the better in a Vitamix!

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  124. Keisha says

    August 22, 2017 at 5:15 am

    My go to us usually some type of salad

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  125. Noemi says

    August 22, 2017 at 5:09 am

    My go to lately has been beans with menudo spice and kale. So simple but so good!

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  126. Amy Z. says

    August 22, 2017 at 3:53 am

    My go to is pasta salad with roasted vegetables!

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  127. A. Wilson says

    August 22, 2017 at 3:29 am

    My go to is sweet potato nachos topped with avocado crema. So yummy!

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  128. Kristina says

    August 22, 2017 at 2:46 am

    My go to dish is chick pea curry over quinoa...sooo yummy the next day for lunch!

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  129. Corinne says

    August 22, 2017 at 2:19 am

    my go to is homemade curry with whatever vegetables happen to look good! this week i'm having green curry with broccoli and eggplant over tumeric brown rice 🙂

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  130. Denise says

    August 22, 2017 at 2:11 am

    My go-to is a vegan chickpea curry with tahini, coconut milk, and tons of veggies! I actually just made for my partner and I tonight!

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  131. Eve-Marie says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:46 am

    Avocado toast with flavorful toppings! Crossing my fingers because my Vitamix conked out last week 😖

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  132. Adri Ustick says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:44 am

    A spicy chickpea curry w/ spinach, mushrooms, etc.

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  133. Alina says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:44 am

    My go-to meal is definitely some variation of salad--that is, lots of greens and whatever veggies and protein are in the fridge.

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  134. Jenny says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:32 am

    Quinoa salad with spinach and whatever vegetables I have with a citrus dressing

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  135. Lisa Coomer Queen says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:31 am

    Right now it is whatever I have in the garden. Usually zucchini of some kind. Thanks!

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  136. Nicole says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:31 am

    Cilantro lime tahini crema over stuffed portobellos with herbed quinoa and garlicky kale with white beans! I love my sauces, so I would love a Vitamix. Thank you!

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  137. Shveta says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:28 am

    I have wanted a Vitamix forever! Entering. 🙂

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  138. TEENA APPLEGATE says

    August 22, 2017 at 12:44 am

    Vitamix ❤️. Thanks for keeping me inspired!

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  139. Heather says

    August 22, 2017 at 12:25 am

    Drunken carrot and zucchini noodles with tofu.

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  140. Michele Rose says

    August 22, 2017 at 12:04 am

    Peach and noodle Spring rolls, with peanut butter sauce!

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  141. Raquel Land says

    August 21, 2017 at 11:31 pm

    Everything always look so refreshing nad healthy!

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  142. Leela says

    August 21, 2017 at 11:29 pm

    Zucchini and potato soup with pasta.

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  143. marla says

    August 21, 2017 at 11:16 pm

    Veggie Stir Fry with Edamame:)

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  144. Leah Bruhn says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:39 pm

    I'm trying to go Lectin-Free so lots of veggies - cabbage, kale and onion stir-fry and baked artichoke hearts!

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  145. nosogirl says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    Right now I'm doing a lot of shrimp, strawberry, pecan and goat cheese salads.

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  146. Terese says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:27 pm

    Black bean/spinach enchiladas with sauce I make myself! (Hopefully in a Vitamix!)

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  147. vegyogini says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:25 pm

    Right now, my go-to dinner recipe is raw veggies tossed in a raw almond-butter-based Thai-flavored sauce over quinoa. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  148. Amanda Bolen says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:24 pm

    I love beet noodles sautéed with cherry tomatoes and basil pesto

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  149. jj says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:23 pm

    I need more (vegan) friends like you in my life...

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  150. ameyfm says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:23 pm

    What an epic post - such a rad giveaway, and so many great recipe links. <3 My go-to vegan dinner in the summer time is sauteed broccolini, pan-fried tofu cubes (seasoned with salt and pepper), and a mound of roasted veggies... with whatever kind of sauce I have mixed up in the fridge. the sauces make it endlessly variable!

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  151. Chris Nguyen says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    I love quinoa salads bc they pack a bunch of protein and are delicious!

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  152. Lyla San Jose-Nero says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:11 pm

    This Vitamix is gorgeous! I would be excited and grateful to win it! Thank you for having the giveaway! 🙂

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  153. Ann Wilson says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:08 pm

    I love goat cheese salads right now with pecans, pears and a Dijon vinaigrette! I also love falafel pitas.

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  154. Chloe says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:02 pm

    potato and carrot mac and cheese made with brown rice pasta 💕

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  155. Joann M Lakes Elliott says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:01 pm

    My favorite go-to is bowls maded from batch cooked goodies from the fridge.

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  156. Jennifer says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:44 pm

    My favorite veggie soup is tortilla soup!!

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  157. Monique Moniz says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:41 pm

    My go-to dinner recipe is roasted veggies with lentil salad--Yummmm!

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  158. Holly says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:40 pm

    Yes!! My go to's are smoothie bowls and soups (or curry!) that taste good cold as leftovers! 🙂

    I would just be thrilled to have such an incredible kitchen appliance - love Vitamix!!

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  159. Robin Fannon says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:37 pm

    My go to this summer has been Mediterranean orzo with grilled veggies, lemon, feta and herbs de Provence and olive oil with a side homemade hummus and pita bread. Also salad...all different types but especially with roasted beets.

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  160. Thia says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:32 pm

    my go-to dinner recipe right now is just a BIG salad, with several kinds of greens, a bit of all the veggies in my frig, plus whichever grain I've made up, and a few flavor pops, like peppers, capers, olives, etc. All of it with a simple oil, lemon juice, and vinegar dressing, maybe with an herb or spice, sometimes with spicy mustard.

    I've been wanting a Vitamix for years, but haven't been able to fit it in the budget. Would be wonderful to win one of their new Ascent series blenders. Thanks for the opportunity, Kathy!

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  161. monica says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    I have been trying all sorts of different veggie burgers! I love your sweet potato burger!!!!

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  162. Julie L says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:18 pm

    my go to seems to always be mexican; burritos stuffed with rice, all types of veggies and lots of salsa! or a burrito bowl. yum! Kathy your recipes are all so fun and the photos are amazing! You make food look SO good!

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  163. Elizabeth Durkin says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:16 pm

    This is awesome! I would love to win 🙂

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  164. Kati D. says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:08 pm

    My go-to vegan dish is always a vegetable curry! I use what is in season and serve it with spinach and/or rice, and it's always satisfying and delicious!

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  165. megan says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    Go to dish has been eggplant grilled on the bbq with a bit of oil and spices (served with some other sides). So yummy! 🙂

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  166. Melissa K. says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:06 pm

    My go-to vegan dish is a chili made in the slow cooker! So yummy it is a favorite here.

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  167. Jacqueline Marsh says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    So excited for the chance to win a Vitamix!

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  168. Marsha Amanova says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:58 pm

    My go-to veg dish these days is stir-fry. There's so many lovely fresh veggies to add in and my partner makes the best tofu add-in!

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  169. Emmaline Figura says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:55 pm

    This looks like a great giveaway! I love your recipes, they look so refreshing!

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  170. Kimberly Hattaway says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:54 pm

    Vitamixes are great!!!

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  171. carrie obrien says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:54 pm

    Chili made with any type of beans, plant-based "ground meat" and a multitude of veggies!

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  172. Theresa A. says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:47 pm

    I enjoy veggie lasagna 🙂 A Vitamix would make creating awesome dishes so much fun and so much easier for my arthritic hands.

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  173. m says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:46 pm

    Zoodles with eggplant and spinach, with my homemade marinara! All from the garden!

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  174. tammy S says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:44 pm

    I love a great fruit smoothie too cool from the heat plus love to make lasgana here also

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  175. Marilyn Miller says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    I love having a sweet potato with black beans, avocado and some avocado cream on top!

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  176. E. Creasman says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    Falafel with homemade tahini sauce and hummus. Most of the time I layer the falafel on top of a large salad with tomatoes and cucumbers, drizzle with tahini sauce and plop a large dollop of hummus in the middle. 😋

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  177. Sandy Rees says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:36 pm

    It's still summer here. I am loving a lettuce salad with fresh fruit in it. I make a fruit and apple cider vinegar dressing. Perfect for a hot day.

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  178. Ellen Ray says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    What an amazing giveaway!

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  179. Al Lill says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:30 pm

    I've been making cauliflower tacos and raw sweet corn salsa-it's been pretty good!

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  180. Stephanie Phelps says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:30 pm

    My favorite is eggplant lasagna right now it is so good!

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  181. K Cronin says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:28 pm

    Vitamix has been on my wish list for years! I am a smoothie maker. It really helps my special needs son eat foods that he won't try or doesn't like. Smoothies give me the comfort of knowing he is getting the nutrition his brain and body need to grow.

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  182. Cindy McNamara says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:25 pm

    It's been SO hot and humid in the FL Panhandle all summer so for me, fast and easy is the latest Sweet Potato "Toast" slices with some garlicky sauteed greens, avocado slices, chopped ripe tomato and sometimes a poached egg. Throw on a bit of minced herbs from the back yard and voila! Dinner! Two slices of these and I am stuffed.

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  183. Sarah Cruz says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:21 pm

    Veggie fajitas!

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  184. AnnaZed says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:18 pm

    I am basically very lazy, so i make a roasting pan of vegetables and a pot of brown rice, I eat it with either avocado or cashew sauce whenever!
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    {in the contest I am Margot C__ on the Rafflecopter}

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  185. Jodi Hunter says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    I love veggie stir fry.

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  186. Laura Bonney says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:13 pm

    I love roasting up a ton of veggies, putting them on top of lettuce, topping it with fresh veggies and seeds like tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, sunflower/pumpkin/hemp and making a homemade Tahini sauce to swirl on top. 🙂

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  187. Rachel Plotkin says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:12 pm

    My favorite healthy meal is a fresh caesar salad with grilled vegan chicken ! 🙂

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  188. Irene says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:11 pm

    This is the most amazing giveaway.
    Been eating lots of salads and soups lately, throwing in veggies, greens, grains and beans!

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  189. sharon says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:10 pm

    My go-to fast dinner is usually tempeh, a roasted sweet potato and a HUGE salad with everything in it. Thanks for this giveaway!!!

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  190. Michelle S. says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:05 pm

    I didn't know you had a YouTube channel, I'm so excited! My current go-to plant-based dinner recipe is Isa Does It's Everyday Pad Thai, it's SO delicious and I just love it (I must say that I leave out the tofu and add tons of broccoli)!

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  191. Karen Sheehey Bowers says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:03 pm

    Every morning smoothie!

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  192. sara says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:03 pm

    we love to make roasted vegetable tacos!

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  193. Ann S says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:03 pm

    My current go-to meal, for dinner or lunch, is some kind of bowl with a whole grain (brown rice or farro, usually), a legume (beans, lentils, chickpeas, edamame...), greens, and some roasted veggies. Usually topped with salsa, tahini dressing, guacamole, chopped green onions, pico de gallo, or similar. So much variety, and all so good!

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  194. Madeline Marshall says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    I've been making lots of spicy green shakshuka with silken tofu "egg" lately.

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  195. LaTrese says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    My fave recipe this summer has been our bbq sauce that is sweetened with dates. So yummy on everything!

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  196. Lauren Stewart says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    Our favorite recipe right now is a vegan BBQ sauce from Isa Does It cooked with seitan and baked on a pizza with Miyoko's cheese! Soooo good!!!

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  197. Lauren Ann Read Koslow says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    Right now, since I'm on maternity leave, it's Veestro meals from my freezer!

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  198. cynthia morgan says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:59 pm

    I would love to win this. my go to meal is a burrito bowl.

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  199. Kathy Rogers says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:57 pm

    Honestly...and I'm not trying to suck up...I am loving the "I Heart Chocolate Shake" from 365 Vegan Smoothies by Kathy. It's been so hot outside and this one really cools me off and relaxes me! And who doesn't like chocolate for dinner!!

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  200. Sarah Pether says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    My go-to dinner right now is a one pot 20 minute dal!

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  201. Alicia Jackson Travis Ferguson says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:55 pm

    I love making white bean hummus...soooo good!

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  202. Catherine Jackson says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:53 pm

    My go-to healthy dinner is some form of quinoa salad!

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  203. Shirah Neumann says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:52 pm

    I dream of a Vitamix!!

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  204. Ann says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:51 pm

    Tofu buddha bowl 😉

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  205. Sam Fleisher says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:50 pm

    Cauliflower friend rice!!

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  206. disqus_5oNphVYB3P says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    I have been wanting a high powered blender for years as I am into raw vegan food.

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  207. Tanya says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    My super easy healthy go-to dinner? Throw a bunch of veggies in a saute pan (peppers, onions, broccoli, etc) and add some refried beans and tomatoes!! So good. Sometimes I add a little Daiya Cheddar on top 🙂

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  208. Brittney daCosta says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    My go to is anything Mexican! Usually a burrito bowl and sometimes something quick in the Instant Pot.

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  209. Abbie says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:47 pm

    Worth every penny!

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  210. Angie J. says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:26 pm

    I love to make spiralized veggie dishes during the week!

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  211. Stacey Bradford says

    August 21, 2017 at 5:50 pm

    This is amazing. These blenders are suppose to be the best!

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  212. Heather says

    August 21, 2017 at 3:24 pm

    I keep it fairly simple during the week so it's usually a pan full of roasted veggies and I vary how I them, like on a baked sweet potato, in a corn tortilla, or solo. They get so sweet and yummy.

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  213. lauriedamrose says

    August 21, 2017 at 2:13 pm

    Veggie Lasagana

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  214. Emilie @ Emilie Eats says

    August 21, 2017 at 1:43 pm

    Tacos!

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  215. Todd Hochman says

    August 21, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    Vegan jambalaya, stuffed peppers or any veggie stir fry

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  216. Kelsey G says

    August 21, 2017 at 1:30 pm

    Teriyaki Stir Fry is always my go to!

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  217. Ashley says

    August 21, 2017 at 1:11 pm

    Vegan jambalaya!

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  218. michelley1990 says

    August 21, 2017 at 12:41 pm

    I just tried making an omelette using chickpea flour and couldn't believe how good it was. This will certainly be my weekend breakfast go-to for a long time!

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  219. William McHarge says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:36 am

    I've been eating a lot of omelets with spinach, kale and mushrooms lately.

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  220. ElaineB2 says

    August 21, 2017 at 4:26 am

    My new favourite mac and cheese recipe is made with a butternut squash-cheese sauce...it is delicious and fits into my healthy eating plan.

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  221. Loretta Gentle says

    August 21, 2017 at 4:01 am

    I've been eating tons of kale and spinach salad with broccoli, tomato, onion, mushrooms, carrots and whatever veggies I have available to toss on it with a garlic vinaigrette - so yummy!

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  222. cheeves says

    August 21, 2017 at 1:50 am

    I've been in a soup state of mind, especially golden roasted cauliflower!

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  223. joanne jensen says

    August 21, 2017 at 1:16 am

    we love vegan stuffed peppers!

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  224. Andrea says

    August 21, 2017 at 1:07 am

    Vegetable stir fry!

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  225. Molly says

    August 21, 2017 at 12:47 am

    My current go-to meal is something on the grill. Tofu, and then whatever veggies I have on hand - peppers, zucchini, corn, onion, potatoes...

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  226. Anna Pry says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:52 pm

    lentil taco salad

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  227. Taylor says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:03 pm

    I love noodles with a spicy peanut sauce and whatever vegetables I have lying around. It's super quick! Sometimes I also add beans or tofu for more protein.

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  228. @TheContestadore says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:48 pm

    Yummy! My daughter just turned me on to a Vegan plant based diet a couple months ago. She would just LOVE this!
    She make so much good food it's amazing!

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  229. Mason Linkous says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:57 pm

    Buddha bowls for sure!...who doesn't love an excuse to pile random yummies in a bowl.

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  230. Hazell Perez says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    My go to dinner is delicious veggie burgers with bean sprouts delicious and healthy.

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  231. Shawna says

    August 20, 2017 at 6:51 pm

    Three Bean Sweet Potato Chili! I love to serve it over brown rice! It's healthy, easy to make, budget friendly and tastes delicious!

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  232. Schmeka Legree says

    August 20, 2017 at 5:45 pm

    I don't have one, I've just started with breakfast smoothies, and my kids are interested, so I'm researching!!!

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  233. Joshua Martin says

    August 20, 2017 at 5:44 pm

    My go to dinner is a bowl of spinach salad topped with red bell pepper, chick peas and croutons with gardein chick'n strips on the side

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  234. Lexi says

    August 20, 2017 at 4:39 pm

    My go to dinner is a big bowl of greens topped with quinoa, mango, coconut shreds, lemon juice, edamame, purple cabbage, and red pepper.

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  235. tazo157 says

    August 20, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    My go to dinner is fried zuccini made in an air fryer.

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  236. Mabel S. Montoya says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    My go to dinner is Burrito bowl! Fast and easy to make.

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  237. adaprincess2 says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:29 pm

    This looks amazing! Right now I am obsessed with falafel burgers. Soaking the beans & blending them, they are just so good!

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  238. Krista says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:17 pm

    My go to is Cookie and Kate's Spicy Sweet Potato and Green Rice Burrito Bowls

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  239. Karen Levin says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:52 pm

    Scrambled, curried tofu - super simple, quick and versatile (different combo of dry/fresh spices, condiments, sauces, etc) change up flavor profile dramatically!

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  240. Emily says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:30 pm

    My go-to dinner is red potatoes with lots of toppings. Easy to switch it up with seasonal add-ins.

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  241. Karen Keshishian says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:08 pm

    My go to dinner when I am out of time or just tired is 2 fried eggs ( in avacado oil) over sautéed spinach and spiralized zucchini with a side of avocado....

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  242. Robin says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:03 pm

    My dinners always change but for lunch my go to is a big salad with a nut based dressing or homemade hummus.

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  243. Jenna says

    August 20, 2017 at 5:51 am

    My go to recipes involve either pasta or anything I can make in my air fryer (my current favorite appliance). This usually guarantees that my two little ones will eat it.

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  244. gin says

    August 20, 2017 at 5:41 am

    anything with potatoes... aloo gobi, potato salad, dandelion potato salad, cabbage and potatoes, potatoes with vegenaise and kimchi... and the list goes on.

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  245. Alissa says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:57 am

    my summer go to is grilled veggie salads with whatever ingredients are available at the farmers market!

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  246. Amy Hall says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:48 am

    Salad! Easy as that, but salad.

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  247. Stefanie says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:32 am

    My favorite summer recipe is a salad with grilled vegetables, so delicious!

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  248. Janice Cooper says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:41 am

    Honestly different kinds of salads. In fact we had salad for dinner the other day. We enjoy making our own salad at home with various toppings!

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  249. Maribell Lynn says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:29 am

    would love to use a Vitamix to make ice cream. looks delish.

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  250. Brandi says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:24 am

    Great food photos! I love smoothies with bananas and strawberries. I add Matcha Green Tea sometimes. It's so much better blended with fruits and Almond Milk.

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  251. Ross says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:14 am

    I love it!

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  252. Gina says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:04 am

    I need to win the vita mix!! Hopefully I am posting in the correct place. Kathy's smoothie book is amazing for whoever wins it!!!

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  253. Rita Willcox says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:39 am

    I have recently started in on a smoothie craze, but the tiny personal blender I have right now isn't compatible to the smoothie recipes I'm interested in making. I would love to have a Vitamix!

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  254. Kimberly Jackson says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:36 am

    How do I sighn up for the Vitamix? I've been trying to go raw for 25 years and I am being very successful this week . Tomorrow is my birthday ; and I just wonder if this is going to be my birthday present from the Lord ?

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  255. Naila says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:29 am

    I am a super busy resident physician and I find matcha smoothie bowls to be a huge time saver. I use Encha matcha and have loved it since you started recommending it. Thank you so much Kathy!

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  256. Drea Sebring says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:09 am

    And favorite recipe this month? Cherry Jicama Salad. Google it. You will be addicted.

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  257. Katrina says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:09 am

    My go to is a quinoa bowl - steamed veg or spinach with baked tofu & a simple sauce. I love quinoa in the summer - it's so quick!

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  258. Drea Sebring says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:08 am

    I need Vitamix. I will never be able to afford a Vitamix. Maybe the Universe will pitch in and give me the gift of winning one?

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  259. Angela Adelman says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:51 am

    My go to is salads. They are fresh crisp and delicious. All vegan and yummy

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  260. Jason Cholla says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:29 am

    Favorite recipe is vegan almond butter chocolate chip cookies.

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  261. Autumn says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:18 am

    My go to dinner is red beans and rice from Dr. Mcdougall. It is soooooooo delicious! 🙂

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  262. Rich G says

    August 19, 2017 at 10:50 pm

    spaghetti squash pasta

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  263. Valerie Nichols says

    August 19, 2017 at 10:31 pm

    My go-to currently is chickpea flatbread topped with fresh leafy greens, sliced heirloom tomatoes, avocado, a quick dijon balsalmic dressing, and a sprinkle of "cheesy" italian seasoning. Very light and refreshing for the hot summer evenings.

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  264. Emily Hayman says

    August 19, 2017 at 9:59 pm

    veggie stir fry with hot madras curry!

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  265. Adriane says

    August 19, 2017 at 9:58 pm

    I've been loving making ratatouille every week after visiting my local farmers market! Eggplant, zucchini, juicy tomatoes and fresh herbs.

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  266. Kelley Frye says

    August 19, 2017 at 9:39 pm

    Quinoa, spinach, carrots, mushrooms, lentils or chickpeas, sunflower seeds, Chia cheese, avocado, and hot sauce. It isn't pretty, but it's tasty!

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  267. Sarah says

    August 19, 2017 at 9:30 pm

    Lentil soup with broccoli! So yummmm! And to make it more filling just add some boiled rice to it!

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  268. jessicaboscarini says

    August 19, 2017 at 9:00 pm

    My current go-to meal is sauteed veggies in a coconut "tortilla" wrap. With hot sauce, of course 🙂 They are seriously SOO good!

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  269. maryagloro says

    August 19, 2017 at 8:52 pm

    Mostly we eat a little meat lightly stir-fried with lots of veggies. Trying to get my husband to eat brown rice...

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  270. Andigrif says

    August 19, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    My current go-to is zucchini boats. Love them. Recently on a Mexican kick, so mixing in some peppers and onions, then making tomato enchilada sauce

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  271. weeziestoy says

    August 19, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    My go to is a garden salad

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  272. bettebean says

    August 19, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    A grain, either rice, couscous or quinoa with beans and veggies and a good sauce over the top.

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  273. Deanna Barkley says

    August 19, 2017 at 8:31 pm

    My favourite at the moment is cauliflower rice. I add lots of veggies and it tastes great. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  274. sarah Ford says

    August 19, 2017 at 8:24 pm

    I love vita mix! there are so many things you can make with them.

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  275. Ashley Chew says

    August 19, 2017 at 8:14 pm

    My current go do dinner is homemade flatbread topped with harissa eggplant, hummus, cucumber, kalamata olives & tomatoes

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  276. saniel says

    August 19, 2017 at 7:57 pm

    Kitchen sink salad- whatever is leftover in the refrigerator. Always ends up being good. Thanks

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  277. Kassandra Pay says

    August 19, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    My go to is stuffed zucchini!

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  278. Jillian says

    August 19, 2017 at 7:41 pm

    My go-to summer meal is penne pasta with loads of fresh garden veggies and olive oil!

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  279. Carole says

    August 19, 2017 at 7:10 pm

    Right now we are loving Field Roast frankfurters with all the toppings along with corn on the cob. Yum!

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  280. Karen says

    August 19, 2017 at 7:08 pm

    My go-to meal is brown rice with chicken, veggies, corn, beans, and topped with lemon. Thanks for hosting this giveaway!

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  281. Greg Allbee says

    August 19, 2017 at 6:45 pm

    A big salad with some Beyond Meat chicken strips on it.

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  282. Kinsey Van Druten says

    August 19, 2017 at 6:42 pm

    My go-to summer meal is any type of easy bowl I can prep using all the fresh farmer's market veggies! I usually will switch up the sauce week to week to make the same ol' bowl a little different every time 🙂 I like to add crispy chickpeas or sauteed tempeh for a good source of protein 🙂 A sprinkle of sesame seeds never hurt nobody either!!

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  283. Chanine says

    August 19, 2017 at 6:40 pm

    Lots of salads this summer. I have been going through pinterest recipes I have saved and trying new salads and dressings.

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  284. Kate says

    August 19, 2017 at 6:27 pm

    Ratatouille with plums has all the veggies of the season -- zucchini, eggplant, onions etc -- with a twist, the tartness of plums added during the last 5 minutes..

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  285. Sharon Tara says

    August 19, 2017 at 6:04 pm

    My go to summer meal is steamed fresh veggies from the local farm stand and corn on the cob. Dessert is always one of your delicious smoothies!

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  286. Smashthyme says

    August 19, 2017 at 5:33 pm

    My go-to meal lately has been black bean burritos with peppers, onions, jalapeños, broccoli, brown rice, avocado, and lots of hot sauce. 🙂

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  287. Mya Goss says

    August 19, 2017 at 5:24 pm

    I've been eating a bunch of salad lately. Too hot for anything else.

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  288. Jean says

    August 19, 2017 at 5:07 pm

    Right now, I'm making anything with zucchini and sweet potatoes, and fresh corn on the cob!

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  289. Marilyn Miller says

    August 19, 2017 at 5:06 pm

    Would love a Vitamix!

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  290. Christina Almond says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:58 pm

    Lately it has been spinach and onion vegan tamales! So good!

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  291. Leanne says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:32 pm

    I had no idea there was a new Vitamix. I love it!

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  292. DARK Arceus pokemon says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:30 pm

    A Vitamix has been on my wish list for awhile. I would make nice creams all day every day!

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  293. innerspacegirl says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:29 pm

    The new Vitamix looks awesome! Just the ticket for your amazing smoothies.

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  294. Hannah R. says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:27 pm

    Lately I've been loving multi-grain pasta with pesto topped with fire roasted tomatoes. 🙂

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  295. Tia says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    I love a quick naan flatbread piled high with roasted summer veggies (like corn and zucchini!). Definitely my go-to healthy summer dish.

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  296. dina72 says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:08 pm

    I make quinoa bowls with roasted vegetables, beans and sometimes jackfruit. So good!

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  297. Denise says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:06 pm

    I love balela with kale mashed in.

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  298. Aimee Brimmer says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:05 pm

    One of my favorite healthy meals to make for dinner is slow cooker ratatouille. It's so good and relatively inexpensive to make since I can pretty much always get good prices on eggplant and zucchini. I usually serve it over mashed potatoes or pasta.

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  299. ammauceri says

    August 19, 2017 at 3:58 pm

    BBQ chicken pizza with a cornmeal crust and beyond meat!

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  300. SpoonieDiva says

    August 19, 2017 at 3:57 pm

    I have been using a lot of cashews and bok choy lately

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  301. Julie says

    August 19, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    In a pinch, I make pasta with tomatoes, basil, lemon juice and garlic. If I have a few minutes, then I make tacos with a can of refried beans (I love the ones by Amy's), avocado, salsa or pico de gallo, lots of coriander, and some cheeze sauce if I have some left in the fridge. Or "alfredo" pasta with an easy cashew creamy sauce and lots of kale or spinach or zucchinis sauteed with garlic. Yum!

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  302. Claudia C. Davis says

    August 19, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    Im loving cold tomato soup lately.

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  303. ska4me says

    August 19, 2017 at 3:39 pm

    I've basically been living on spiralized zucchini topped with fresh tomatoes and basil, trying to keep up with back-to-school AND my garden's output at the same time.

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  304. ThisVegan Thang says

    August 19, 2017 at 3:32 pm

    My go to meal is curry potato wedges baked in the oven. I lay them on top of a bed of romaine lettuce and top with salsa and little sriracha!

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  305. kstickradt says

    August 19, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    Cauliflower steaks topped with capers, lemon jc. spices and EVOO

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  306. Bianca says

    August 19, 2017 at 2:44 pm

    spaghetti squash!

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  307. textiff says

    August 19, 2017 at 2:39 pm

    My favorite is a salad of quinoa, chopped sweet potato, dried cranberries and pepitas. Drizzle with a dressing of orange juice, lime juice & dijon mustard.

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  308. Cathy says

    August 19, 2017 at 2:09 pm

    Tacos!!! 🌮🌮🌮

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  309. Dale N says

    August 19, 2017 at 1:58 pm

    I love veggie dishes made fresh from the garden!

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  310. thewilddreamer.com says

    August 19, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    I love brown rice, beans, and vegetables for dinner. Its just so flliing! And this is such a generous giveaway with so many beautiful prizes. Thank you for the opportunity to win one of these!

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  311. Kay Z says

    August 19, 2017 at 12:55 pm

    I make a great Indian dish with cauliflower, onions & potatoes!

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  312. Dena C. says

    August 19, 2017 at 12:53 pm

    It's still so hot here in Florida that salads and Buddha bowls using cool ingredients are my go tos!

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  313. julie murphy says

    August 19, 2017 at 12:50 pm

    Mine is a salad with grilled chicken.

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  314. Megan B. says

    August 19, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    Tacos! We probably have a different variety of tacos at least once a week. It's an easy way to get protein and veggies, and my kids gladly eat them up!

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  315. Natalie says

    August 19, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    I am really enjoying homemade black bean veggie burgers and roasted vegetables.

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  316. isewtoo 2 says

    August 19, 2017 at 11:22 am

    My favorite meal right now is roasted veggies, brown rice, and tempeh. I also make a shredded beet and carrot salad with apple cider vinegar, sesame oil (just a smidge) and a few sesame seeds. Yum!!

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  317. Jess Sobanski says

    August 19, 2017 at 10:59 am

    Wow! How awesome of Vitamix to donate for your giveaway! Thank you so much for an opportunity to win, how amazing would it be to get the last of the summer squash used up in a summer soup! Don't forget to add the coconut cream 😉

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  318. Hannah says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:44 am

    Gazpacho for me! There are endless varieties (classic, white, spicy, watermelon, avocado, etc) so it never gets boring and I can always whip one up, no matter what I have in the fridge.

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  319. tamrabing says

    August 19, 2017 at 4:21 am

    I'm obsessed with a vegan green chickpea curry on cauliflower rice. It's divine!

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  320. shannon fowler says

    August 19, 2017 at 3:51 am

    I really love using zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice. I add in things like cheese or cottage cheese, nuts, black beans, almonds etc

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  321. gretchen says

    August 19, 2017 at 2:57 am

    Tacos!

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  322. Rachael Bleymaier says

    August 19, 2017 at 2:46 am

    Salads!

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  323. Sj Dc says

    August 19, 2017 at 2:42 am

    love sauteing lots of veggies with some herbs and seasoning and topping it with balsamic vinegar

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  324. Latonya Owens says

    August 19, 2017 at 2:12 am

    My go to is a nice green smoothie, fruits and veggies equals yumminess

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  325. Diane M says

    August 19, 2017 at 2:11 am

    I drink green smoothies for dinner.

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  326. Liz S. says

    August 19, 2017 at 1:51 am

    My go-to healthy, plant-based dinner recipe right now is sautéed spinach & roasted sweet potato rounds, topped with fresh avocado slices. I need warmer foods/meals, regardless of seasons, so I'm all about sautéing and roasting.

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  327. Mia Yung says

    August 19, 2017 at 1:49 am

    My go-to plant-based dinner is usually vegetarian soft tacos: refried beans, cheese, mango salsa, chipotle sauce, brown rice with fresh corn tortillas

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  328. Ann Paquette-Lukens says

    August 19, 2017 at 1:35 am

    My favorite quick dinners are tacos, stir fry, and veggie burgers w/ sweet potato fries. I usually have everything in the house to make those meals without much thought!

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  329. Katie says

    August 19, 2017 at 1:19 am

    My favourite quick and dirty dinner is currently a taco salad made with arugula and a dressing/topping of guac and sauerkraut. It's as delicious as it sounds weird!

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  330. Rosemary Clare says

    August 19, 2017 at 12:29 am

    I referred 10 friends on FB--I hope I did it correctly, as it didn't register my entries on the main contest entry page!

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  331. Sarah says

    August 19, 2017 at 12:27 am

    My favorite is pineapple black bean bowls with roasted veggies and a salad. So yummy.

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  332. Rosemary Clare says

    August 18, 2017 at 11:40 pm

    Oh my goodness, what an amazing giveaway and opportunity! Each and every prize is awesome--but I have to admit that I have been craving a Vitamix for so, so many years and counting. It and a Kitchenaid mixer are my two main squeezes in terms of kitchen appliances that I dream of owning someday. I currently use a Kitchenaid blender, and while it is probably the best blender I have ever used, I can only imagine what sorts of treats I can whip up with a Vitamix. A whole new world of possibilities! Thank you so much, Kathy, for the chance to win! 🙂

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  333. Peter D says

    August 18, 2017 at 11:36 pm

    Veggie stir-fry with toasted sesame oil. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  334. Raquel says

    August 18, 2017 at 11:25 pm

    Thank you & thank vitamix!

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  335. Kaitlyn Schanz says

    August 18, 2017 at 10:39 pm

    I've been making a delicious "pita pizza" lately. Just tomato sauce and pesto spread on a whole-wheat pita, with nutritional yeast for that cheesy flavor, and topped with mushrooms, pepper, onions. . .pretty much anything!

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  336. mclanek says

    August 18, 2017 at 10:09 pm

    More of a snack than a meal, but we've been enjoying hummus and veggies frequently over the summer.

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  337. Dana says

    August 18, 2017 at 10:08 pm

    My family has been enjoying a yummy lemon thyme pasta dish with some white beans thrown in.

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  338. Kimmy Ripley says

    August 18, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    My go-to dinner is my Italian Drunken Noodle dish. My family joins the Clean Plate Club every time I make it. Delish! This would be a dream come true to win. I am committed to eating healthy this year. I like to start my morning with a smoothie but I have a cheap blender that just isn't cutting it. 🙁 This would be incredible to have in my kitchen. I would use it all the time. Thanks so much for the chance to win one.

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  339. Kasey says

    August 18, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    My go to dinner recipe is a garlicky white bean, sundries tomato, nooch white sauce over sweet potatoes noodles.

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  340. Jane says

    August 18, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    Fresh garden vegetables roasted over fresh greens from the garden

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  341. Christina Sparks says

    August 18, 2017 at 9:30 pm

    I love spinach, I liked it cooked, and also as a salad!

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  342. Mai says

    August 18, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    Sauteed veggies & fried cubed tofu is my go-to.

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  343. Kyle Plattner says

    August 18, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    Great giveaway.

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  344. groogruxking40 says

    August 18, 2017 at 9:06 pm

    We make huge salads.. living with a vegetarian it's easy to get a lot of non-meat meals in the house.

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  345. Arlene Lafosse says

    August 18, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    Thank you so much for sponsoring this giveaway - now my stomach's growling 🙂

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  346. Mary Beth Elderton says

    August 18, 2017 at 8:57 pm

    Because it's so hot right now, our go-to dinner is a big salad--the ingredients vary by what looks good at the store, but always lots of fresh greens. As a Tex Mex lover, another favorite is lentil tacos with fresh salsa.

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  347. Anne says

    August 18, 2017 at 8:52 pm

    In summer I like a healthy vegan hotdog with homemade coleslaw and baked beans!

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  348. Darla Peduzzi says

    August 18, 2017 at 8:51 pm

    I love fresh salads and eat them many times a week for dinner. I love to add different vegetables that are available at the Farmer's Market.

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  349. chornsby17 says

    August 18, 2017 at 8:44 pm

    BBQ Tofu

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  350. Marion says

    August 18, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    Favorite plant based dinner right now is any kind of buddha bowl! I use rice, quinoa, or more recently, barley, top it with roasted veggies, avocado,micro greens, and hummus!

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  351. Amanda W says

    August 18, 2017 at 8:31 pm

    what an awesome giveaway! My favorite veggie recipe right now is broccoli and quinoa salad (with a lemon/yougrt dressing)

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  352. Valeria Graves says

    August 18, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    This will be awesome to have in my kitchen! My go to would be my kale smoothies and kale pesto pasta!

    Reply
  353. Kay says

    August 18, 2017 at 7:38 pm

    That vitamix is a beauty! My favorite plant based dinner is some form of buddha bowl!

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  354. Sara Clark says

    August 18, 2017 at 7:29 pm

    Oh man, I'd love any of the prizes. My go-to? Probably cous-cous, zucchini, spinach, tomato, goat cheese, pine nut salad...

    Reply
  355. lis says

    August 18, 2017 at 7:28 pm

    Fav summer plant-based dinner is taco bowls made with ground walnuts/spices/sun-dried tomatoes as the 'meat' with quinoa, avocado, tomatoes, whatever additional veggies we have on hand

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  356. Faith says

    August 18, 2017 at 6:40 pm

    A brown rice and tofu bowl with whatever veggies I need to use up from the fridge is my go-to healthy dinner right now.

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  357. Allison R says

    August 18, 2017 at 6:21 pm

    great giveaway thanks!

    Reply
  358. Lindsay F says

    August 18, 2017 at 6:17 pm

    This new vitamix is so pretty. I love making a good stir fry on busy nights. I also love pasta with a cashew cream sauce. This vitamix would be perfect for that!

    Reply
  359. Junghwa says

    August 18, 2017 at 5:48 pm

    Love the new vitamix!! It looks so modern 🙂

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