Elite Platinum EPB-5455 User manual

Brand: Elite Platinum

Model: EPB-5455

Category: Small kitchen appliances

Type: User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2-3

PARTS & FEATURES 4

BEFORE USING YOUR BLENDER 5

ASSEMBLING & DISASSEMBLING 5

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6

QUICK GUIDE TO PROCESSING INGREDIENTS 7

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 7

STORAGE 8

TROUBLESHOOTING 8-9

RECIPES 9-24

WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SERVICE 25

RETURN INSTRUCTIONS 26

SHORT CORD PURPOSE

NOTE:

A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming

entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Longer power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in

their use.

If an extension cord is used: (1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least

as great as the electrical rating of the product; (2) the extension cord should be arranged so that it

will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped

over by

children or pets.

POLARIZED PLUG

If this appliance is equipped with a

polarized plug

(one blade is wider than the other), please follow

the below instructions:

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one

way. If you are unable to fit the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug

still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the plug with an extension cord unless

the plug can be fully inserted into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug of the product or any

extension cord being used with this product. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized plug.

This appliance is intended for Household Use Only.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and manufactured

with our valued consumers' safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that you exercise a level of caution

when using any electrical appliance by following all instructions and important safeguards.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the

risk of fire, electric hazard and injury to persons, including the following:

1. This appliance may be used by persons with physical or mental impairments or by

inexperienced persons, if they are properly supervised or have been informed about how to

use the appliance in a safe manner and understand the potential dangers.

2. Children must not use this appliance or play with it. Keep this appliance and the power cord

out of reach of children.

3. The appliance is intended for household use and is designed for processing a standard

amount of food in the household.

4. Before connecting this appliance to a power socket, make sure the voltage stated on its rating

label corresponds to the voltage in our power socket. We do not recommend using an

extension cord.

5. Do not use the appliance in an industrial environment or outdoors.

6. Do not place the appliance on an electric or gas stove or in its vicinity, on a kitchen sink drain

board, on the edge of a table or on an unstable surface. Only place the appliance on an even

dry and stable surface.

7. Only use the appliance with the original accessories that came with it.

8. Do not use the appliance for any other purposes than those for which it is intended.

9. Warning: Improper use can lead to injury.

10. Make sure that the appliance is correctly assembled before putting it into operation.

11. Pay increased attention when handling hot liquids because they may release steam or they

could spray and cause burns. Allow hot liquids and foodstuffs to cool down to a temperature

of at least 45 °C before putting them into the blending jar and blending them.

12. Do not leave the appliance in continuous operation for longer than 1 minute. Before turning

it on again, allow it to cool down for at least 3 minutes

13. The appliance is equipped with a thermal fuse protecting the motor from damage in case of

overload. If automatic shut-off of the appliance occurs in consequence of motor overload,

disconnect it from the network socket and let it cool for at least 30 minutes. Then bring the

appliance back in operation.

14. If ingredients stick to the blade assembly or inside walls of the blending jar, turn the

appliance off and unplug it from the power supply. Make sure that the blade assembly has

stopped rotating. Take the blending jar assembly off the motor unit and turn it over so that

the blade assembly points upwards. Remove the blade assembly. Use a plastic spatula to

clean the blade assembly and the walls of the blending jar. Reassemble the blending jar and

mount it back on the motor unit. Plug the power cord into a power socket and continue

blending.

15. When handling the blade assembly, when taking it out of blending jar and when cleaning it,

take special care to avoid injury on the blades. Always hold the blade unit by the bottom

plastic part. Do not attempt to sharpen the blades.

16. The blender accessories are not intended to be heated in a microwave oven. Do not expose

the blending jar to extreme temperature changes.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (cont.)

17. Do not turn on the appliance when it is empty. The incorrect use of the appliance may

negatively affect its lifetime.

18. Always turn off the appliance and disconnect it from the power socket if you will not be using

it and if you will be leaving it without supervision, before assembly, disassembly, replacing

accessories and before cleaning or moving it.

19. Check that the motor unit is turned off, disconnected from the power socket and that the

rotating parts have come to a complete stop before removing the blending jar from the

motor unit.

20. DO NOT OPEN THE BLENDING JAR UNTIL THE BLADE ASSEMBLY COMES TO A STOP.

21. Do not submerge the motor unit and its power cord in water or any other liquid, or wash

these parts under running water.

22. Ensure that the power plug contacts do not come into contact with moisture. Do not place

heavy items on the power cord. Make sure the power cord does not hang over the edge of a

table or that it is not touching a hot surface.

23. Do not disconnect the appliance from the power socket by pulling on the power cord. This

could damage the power cord or the power socket. Disconnect the cord from the power

socket by gently pulling on the plug of the power cord.

24. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced at a professional service center. It is forbidden

to use the appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug.

25. Do not use the appliance when it is not functioning properly or showing any signs of damage.

26. In order to prevent a hazardous situation arising, do not repair the appliance yourself or

modify it in any way. Have all repairs or adjustments performed at an authorized service

center. By tampering with the appliance, you risk voiding your legal rights arising from

unsatisfactory performance or quality warranty.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

PURPOSE OF USE

This nutritional blender is ideal for making fresh fruit or fitness beverages, milkshakes and other

cocktails, mixed drinks, outstanding salsas, creamy soups, sauces, blended baby food and it may

also be used for blending ice. It is equipped with a single four-blade assembly made from quality

stainless steel and two sizes of blending jars. The blending jars are made from quality durable

plastic that does not contain the toxic hydrocarbon BPA (Bisphenol A) and they can also serve as

convenient drink bottles. Both bottles can be closed with a cap with or without a drinking spout for

comfortable carrying without risking spilling the beverage. Its anti-slip feet provide excellent

stability to the blender during its operation. The bottles, caps and the blade assembly can be safely

washed in the top rack of a dishware.

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PARTS & FEATURES

1) Screw-on cap with a closable drinking spout can be screwed on to both bottles.

2) Screw-on cap without a drinking spout can be screwed on to both bottles.

3) Small 24oz. blending jar made from quality BPA-free titan material. It also serves as

a drinking bottle.

4) Large 34oz. blending jar made from quality BPA-free titan material. It also serves as

a drinking bottle.

5) Blade assembly with 6 quality stainless steel blades.

6) Motor unit.

7) Anti-slip feet are located on the bottom of the motor unit.

8) START/STOP program suitable for grinding flour, spices and crushing nuts.

9) PULSE program serves to chop/mix larger tough pieces of food and crushing ice.

10) Backlit LED display showing the count-down blending time.

11) BLEND program suitable for making fruit smoothies (45 seconds).

12) EXTRA BLEND program suitable for making vegetable smoothies (60 seconds).

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BEFORE USING YOUR BLENDER

1. Take the appliance and its accessories out of the packaging materials.

2. Thoroughly wash all parts intended for contact with food (large and small blending

jars, caps and the blade assembly), using warm water and a neutral kitchen

detergent. Then rinse with clean water and allow these parts to dry naturally or dry

them out thoroughly using a wiping cloth. All removable parts can also be safely

washed in the top rack of a dishwasher.

ATTENTION:

When cleaning the blade assembly, take special care to avoid injury. The

blades are sharp. The blade assembly has a gasket seal to ensure that the blending jar

remains air-tight during the blending process. If the blade assembly is washed in a

dishwasher, this gasket seal may come loose due to heat. After washing the blade

assembly, always check that the gasket sea is in its place.

ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE

Before you start assembling or disassembling the appliance, check that the motor unit is

turned off and disconnected from the power socket and that the rotating parts have

come to a complete stop.

ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING THE BLENDER JAR

1. Turn the blending jar over so that the neck points upwards.

2. Check that the gasket seal on the blade assembly is in its place. Place the blade

assembly on to the neck of the blending jar so that the blades point inwards and

screw it clockwise on to the neck of the blending jar.

NOTE:

Place the ingredients into the blending jar before attaching it to the blade

assembly. When filling the blending jar do not exceed the MAX mark.

3. Turn the assembled blending jar over so that the blade assembly points downwards

and insert it into the motor unit so that the tabs along the outer perimeter of the

blending bottle slide into the slots on the motor unit.

4. To disassemble, proceed in the reverse sequence.

Assembly

Disassembly

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make sure that the motor unit is disconnected from the power socket.

2. Add the ingredients that you wish to blend into the blending jar. The maximum

amount of ingredients that can be put into the blending jar is marked by the MAX

mark. Do not overfill the blending jar with food or liquids.

ATTENTION:

Allow hot liquids and foodstuffs to cool down to a temperature of at

least 45°C before putting them into the blending jar and blending them.

NOTE:

Some liquids gain volume during the blending process.

3. Assemble the blending jar according to the instructions in the section "ASSEMBLING

AND DISASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE." Turn the assembled blending jar over so that

the blade assembly points downwards and insert it into the motor unit so that the

tabs along the outer perimeter of the blending bottle slide into the slots on the

motor unit.

4. Connect the motor unit to a power socket. To start the blender, rotate the

assembled blending jar clockwise and then select your chosen program. The

blender is equipped with a safety mechanism that will prevent it from being started

unless the blending jar assembly is properly attached to the motor unit.

ATTENTION:

The maximum operating time is 1 minute. Do not leave the appliance in

continuous operation for longer than indicated above. Then allow the appliance to

cool down for 3 minutes. When processing dry ingredients, do not leave the

appliance in continuous operation for longer than 30 seconds.

5. If ingredients are getting stuck on the blade assembly or on the walls of the

blending jar, turn the blender off by pressing the STOP button. Make sure that the

blade assembly has stopped rotating. Take the blending jar assembly off the motor

unit and turn it over so that the blade assembly points upwards. Screw off the blade

assembly. Use a plastic spatula to clean the blade assembly and the walls of the

blending jar. Reassemble the blending jar and insert it back into the motor unit.

Plug the power cord into a power socket, turn the blending jar clockwise and select

your chosen program and continue blending.

6. To finish blending, press the STOP button and rotate the blending jar counter-

clockwise. Disconnect the power cord from the power socket. Check that the blade

assembly has stopped rotating and take the blending jar assembly off the motor

unit.

7. Turn the blending jar over so that the blade assembly points upwards. Take off the

blade assembly and as required, close the blending jar with the cap or pour its

contents into another suitable container.

NOTE:

To close the bottle you may use the cap. Always properly tighten the cap to

prevent the bottle’s contents from leaking out. When using cap, make sure that the

drinking spout is properly closed so as not to spill the bottle’s contents when

carrying it.

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QUICK GUIDE TO PROCESSING INGREDIENTS

*First cut food with a firm consistency such as fruit and vegetables into smaller pieces

measuring 1 - 1.5" and only then blend it.

Ingredients

Recommended Blending Time

Fruit and vegetables cut into smaller pieces

30s

Smoothies and cocktails

40s

Salsa

30s

Soups

30s

Baby Food

40s

NOTE:

The above food processing times are only a reference. The actual blending time

depends on the size of the ingredients, their amount and the required final consistency.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

1. Before cleaning, make sure that the appliance is turned off and disconnected from the

power socket. Make sure the rotating parts have stopped and remove the assembled

blending jar from the motor unit.

2. Remove the blade assembly from the blending jar and thoroughly wash the individual

parts in warm water using neutral kitchen detergent. Then rinse them under clean

running water and wipe them dry with a fine wiping cloth or allow them to dry naturally.

If you used the cap, clean it out in the same way. Removable parts can also be safely

washed in the top rack of the dishwasher. To thoroughly clean out the blade assembly,

you can use a fine nylon brush.

ATTENTION:

When removing and cleaning the blade assembly take special care to avoid

injury. The edges on the blade assembly are sharp.

The blade assembly has a gasket seal to ensure that the blending jar remains air-tight

during the blending process. If the blade assembly is washed in a dishwasher, this gasket

seal may come loose due to heat. After washing the blade assembly, always check that

the gasket seal is in its place.

Certain foods may cause discoloration of the blending jar. However, this does not have

any effect on the functionality of the appliance.

3. We recommend that you always wash the accessories immediately after use to prevent

the ingredients from drying on. Ingredients that have dried on, are more difficult to

remove. To remove dried on ingredients, you may start the blender with

the blending jar filled up to 2/3 with hot water. If the dried on ingredients are not

released, repeat the procedure.

4. To clean the outer surface of the motor unit, use a cloth dipped in a weak detergent

solution. After applying the kitchen detergent, wipe the surface with a cloth lightly

dampened in clean water and then wipe dry.

5. Never submerge the motor unit or the power cord in water or in any other liquid. Do not

use thinners or solvents or cleaning agents causing abrasion to clean the appliance.

Otherwise, the surface of the appliance may be damaged.

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STORAGE

When not using the appliance, store it in a dry place out of children’s reach. We

recommend that you keep the blade assembly attached to the blending jar to avoid

injury caused by the blades being touched.

CAUTION:

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Possible Solution

The blender does not start.

The motor unit is not connected to a power

source. Plug it into a power socket.

The blending jar assembly is not correctly

inserted into the motor unit. When inserting

the blending jars into the motor unit, ensure

that the tabs on the perimeter of the jar slide

into the corresponding slots in the motor

unit. To start the blender, rotate the blending

jar assembly clockwise and then press the

main switch to position 1 and select your

chosen program.

The blending jar assembly is leaking.

Check that the gasket seal on the blade

assembly is in its place. Seat the blade

assembly on to the blending jar and screw it

in properly in the clockwise direction.

Ingredients are blended unevenly.

Too many ingredients are processed at one

time. Process the ingredients in smaller

batches and run the blender repeatedly in

short intervals.

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Ingredients are blended too finely.

Blending time is too long. To achieve optimal

results, blend the ingredients in short bursts

and repeatedly.

The blending result is unsatisfactory.

Process the ingredient in smaller batches and

run the blender repeatedly in short intervals.

Blend frozen ingredients in 2 to 5 second

intervals.

Unsuccessful in blending ice cubes.

Ice cubes must be blended immediately

upon being removed from the freezer.

Otherwise, they will start melting, stick

together and cannot be blended. Make sure

that the blending jar is completely dry before

placing ice cubes into it. Blend the ice cubes

in short bursts and repeatedly.

RECIPES

MAKE AHEAD SMOOTHIES

1) Prepare, cut up and

measure out ingredients.

2) Place ingredients into

labeled freezer-safe bags and

freeze.

3) When ready to use, add

ingredients plus 2 cups of

liquid into blender and mix.

*Liquids: Almond Milk, Juice, Water, Soy or Rice Milk, Coconut Milk. Or replace half a cup to

one cup of liquid with plain yogurt for a thicker smoothie.

MANGO BERRY SUNSET

SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

1 cup Raspberries

2 cups Strawberries

2 cups Mangoes

KIWI WATERMELON

SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

2 Kiwi

3 cups Watermelon

3 cups green or purple

Grapes

MANGO BANANA SUNRISE

SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

1 cup Pineapple

2 Bananas

1 cup Mangoes

2 cups Strawberries

GREEN MONSTER SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

2 Grapefruits

2 Bananas

2 cups Pineapple

2 cups Raw Spinach

PEACH RASPBERRY PUNCH

SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

2 Peaches

1 cup Raspberries

1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract

A VERY BERRY BLAST

SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

2 cups Raspberries

2 cups Blueberries

2 cups Strawberries

1 cup Raw Spinach

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RECIPES

(cont.)

SPECIALTY SMOOTHIES & SHAKES

BREAKFAST POWER SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

1 cup good quality orange juice

1/4 cup whole grain oats

1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt

1 banana

1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries

3 cups baby spinach leaves

1 cup ice

• Blend ingredients until smooth.

PINE-ANGO-BEET-TANGO SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 ½ cups

½ cup frozen mango chunks

½ cup frozen strawberries

½ cup frozen pineapple chunks

¼ medium-size beet, peeled and chopped

1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

• Blend ingredients until smooth.

MANGO-GINGER SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 ½ cups

1 cup frozen mango chunks (or substitute half the measurement with fresh mango)

¼ peeled lime

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

1 medium carrot, chopped

1 ½ inch piece ginger, peeled

2 Tbsp coconut butter

• Blend ingredients until smooth.

THE SUBLIMINATOR SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

1 ½ cups frozen banana

¼ cup frozen blueberries

¼ cup frozen cherries

1 ½ apples, juiced (or 1 cup store-bought juice)

1 Tbsp peanut butter

2 tsp rice-protein powder

1 tsp flaxseed oil

• Blend ingredients until smooth.

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RECIPES

(cont.)

GREEN YOGA SMOOTHIE

Yields 2 cups

1 ripe mango; peeled and flesh cut off stone, discarded (thawed frozen is fine too)

Juice of ½ lemon

1 inch fresh ginger or ½ tsp ground ginger

2 handfuls leafy greens of your choice (spinach, kale, chard etc.)

1 cup natural coconut water or unsweetened plant milk

1 large handful ice cubes

1-2/3 cups fresh or thawed frozen raspberries, crushed

• Place all the ingredients except the raspberries in a high-speed blender and mix

until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust to your preference.

• Spoon the raspberries into 2 jars or glasses, pour the green smoothie over and serve

with a spoon.

PASSION FRUIT & AVOCADO DRINK

Yields 2 cups

½ avocado, stoned

3 large passion fruit, halved

2 thick slices pineapple, peeled and cubed

½ mango, peeled and flesh cut off stone

1 orange, peeled and segmented

4 ice cubes

• Scoop the avocado flesh and passion fruit pulp into a blender.

• Add all the remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Add water to thin, if

needed.

• Serve in glasses with straws. Drink immediately.

BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE BREAKFAST PROTEIN SHAKE

Yield 2 cups

1 cup low-fat plain kefir

1 cup low-fat cottage cheese

1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, or more if needed

2 tsp honey

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries

1 very ripe banana, peeled, diced into 3 pieces and frozen

4 ice cubes (optional)

• To a blender add kefir, cottage cheese, almond milk, honey, vanilla, blueberries and

banana. Process until combined then add ice if desired and process until smooth.

Serve immediately.

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RECIPES

(cont.)

DRINK YOUR SALAD

Yields 2 cups

1 cup water

½ cup raw unsalted cashews, soaked for 2-4 hours, then drained

1 cup torn curly green kale leaves, plus more to taste

2 ripe bananas, fresh or frozen

1/8 cup diced pitted dates

½ tsp natural vanilla extract

2 cups ice cubes (a little less if using frozen bananas)

¼ tsp minced ginger, plus more to taste

• Blend ingredients until smooth.

CREAMY COCONUT DATE SHAKE

1 cup homemade raw almond milk

1 cup coconut water

6-8 pitted dates

2 frozen very ripe bananas

1 tsp natural vanilla extract

Pinch of Celtic sea salt

• Throw everything in the high-blender and puree until smooth and creamy.

DRAGON FRUIT MILKSHAKES

1 dragon fruit

1 banana

1 young ‘drinking’ coconut or a 400 ml (14 fl oz) can coconut milk

1 large handful ice cubes

• Peel the dragon fruit and banana, cut them in large pieces and place in a blender.

• Open the young coconut and pour the water into a measuring jug.

• Pour 250ml (8 ½ fl oz/1 cup) of the coconut water over the fruit, then scoop out 125

g (4 oz/ ½ cup) of the soft coconut meat and add to the blender.

• Add the ice cubes and blend until smooth. Serve immediately in tall glasses with

straws.

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RECIPES

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SOUPS

CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP

1 large leek

1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for garnish

2 garlic cloves, crushed

1 medium head broccoli

1 ½ tsp white wine vinegar

2 cups vegetable broth

1 cup light coconut milk, plus ¼ cup (60 ml) extra for garnish

2 to 3 cups loosely packed spinach

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Juice or 1 small lemon (optional)

Red pepper flakes (optional)

• Slice the white and light green parts of the leek into rings. Using a strainer, rinse the

leeks thoroughly.

• Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leek, garlic and a few

generous pinches of salt and pepper. Stir and cook until the leek is soft, about 5 minutes.

• Chop the broccoli, stems and all, into coarse florets and add them to the pot. Stir and

cook until just softened, about 3 minutes.

• Stir in the white wine vinegar, then add the vegetable broth and coconut milk. Reduce

the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.

• Let the soup cool slightly, then transfer to a blender (you can work in batches if you need

to). Blend until smooth. Add the amaranth greens and blend again. Taste and adjust the

seasonings, adding a bit of lemon juice to brighten it up a bit if you like.

• Garnish with a drizzle of coconut milk and olive oil. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if

desired.

CARROT GAZPACHO WITH LEMONGRASS

1 stalk lemongrass

16 ounces peak season carrots, peeled and sliced, about 2 bunches

1-14 ounce can light or full fat coconut milk, reserve ¼ cup for garnish

1 garlic clove

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

2 Tbsp sherry vinegar

1 tsp red curry paste

½ cup filtered water

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

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RECIPES

(cont.)

• Optional garnishes: hemp seeds, pepitas, microgreens, drizzles of coconut milk.

• Prepare the lemongrass by cutting off the root end and the tough upper stem of the

stalk. Remove the first one or two layers of outer leaves and finely chop the tender,

aromatic part of the lemongrass.

• Using a high speed blender, combine the lemongrass, carrots, coconut milk, garlic,

olive oil, sherry vinegar, red curry paste, water, and a few generous pinches of salt

and pepper. Blend until smooth. If you’re not using a high speed blender, strain the

soup and blend again until completely smooth.

• Chill for at least 4 hours. If the soup thickens in the fridge, stir in a little more cold

water. Add more salt and pepper, to taste.

• Drizzle with olive oil and serve with desired garnishes.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER & RED PEPPER SOUP

1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets

1 small yellow onion, sliced

3 garlic cloves, unpeeled

Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

½ cup raw unsalted cashews, soaked 3 to 4 hours, preferable overnight

3 Tbsp white miso paste

3 cups water

½ tsp cumin

½ tsp coriander

Pinch of cayenne pepper

3 roasted red bell peppers, fresh or from a jar

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp sherry vinegar or white wine vinegar (optional)

• Preheat the oven to 400°F

• Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Fill one sheet with the cauliflower

florets and the other with the sliced onion and garlic cloves. Drizzle both sheets with

olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Roast 20 to 30 minutes,

until golden brown. Check at 20 minutes, as the onion might roast faster than the

cauliflower. Reserve 1 cup (250 ml) of the roasted florets for garnish.

• Drain and rinse the cashews and place them in a high speed blender. Peel the

roasted garlic cloves and add them to the blender with the cauliflower, onion, miso

paste, fresh water, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper and roasted red bell peppers.

Blend until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. For extra brightness, add a

splash of sherry vinegar or white wine vinegar.

• Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and the reserved roasted cauliflower.

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RECIPES

(cont.)

GREEN GAZPACHO

1 large English cucumber, chopped (reserve ½ cup for garnish)

6 small to medium yellow tomatoes, quartered, with juices

2 scallions

1 garlic clove

½ cup cilantro

¼ cup sherry vinegar

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

½ cup raw sunflower seeds

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

½ Serrano pepper (optional)

1 tsp honey or raw cane sugar (optional)

• In a blender, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, scallions, garlic, cilantro, sherry vinegar,

olive oil, sunflower seeds, and Serrano pepper, if using. Blend until smooth and season

to taste. Depending on the sweetness of your tomatoes, you may want to add a drizzle

of honey or a few pinches of sugar. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

• Garnish the soup with the reserved chopped cucumbers and a drizzle of olive oil.

ROASTED RED PEPPER & CARROT SOUP

1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped

1/2 small fennel bulb, coarsely chopped

2 large carrots, chopped

1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves

1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 roasted red bell pepper, fresh or from a jar

¼ cup cooked cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

1 Tbsp tomato paste

2 cups vegetable broth

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

• Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and

pepper and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, fennel, carrots and

thyme leaves. Stir and cook until the carrot edges begin to brown, about 10 minutes.

Add the balsamic vinegar, bell pepper, cannellini beans, tomato paste, vegetable broth,

and another few pinches of salt. Simmer until the carrots are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

• Add the simmered soup to a high speed blender (you can work in batches if you need to

) and puree until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasonings.

• Serve in bowls with a drizzle of olive oil and the croutons on top.

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RECIPES

(cont.)

CURRIED PARSNIP & WHITE BEAN SOUP

3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp freshly grated ginger

5 to 6 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped

1 Gala apple, peeled, cored and chopped

1 tsp curry powder

½ tsp ground cardamom

1 ½ cups cooked cannellini beans, drained and rinsed, ¼ cup (60 ml) reserved for garnish

4 cups vegetable broth

¼ cup chopped chives

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

• In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and a few

generous pinches of salt and pepper and cook until soft, about 2 minutes.

• Add the garlic and ginger and stir. Add the parsnips, apple, curry powder,

cardamom and cannellini beans. Stir and cook until the parsnips are lightly

browned, about 2 minutes. Add the vegetable broth and simmer until the parsnips

are tender, about 20 minutes.

• Let the soup cool slightly, then transfer it to a blender in batches and puree until

creamy.

• Season with more salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with the reserved cannellini

beans and chopped chives.

CHILLED AVOCADO SOUP

2 ripe avocados, halved and stone removed

Finely grated zest of 1 lemon

4 Tbsp lemon juice

½ small shallot, peeled

3 sprigs of dill, plus extra to garnish

3 sprigs of coriander (cilantro), leaves picked, or chive stalks, chopped, plus extra to

garnish

4-8 drops if Tabasco or pinch of ground cayenne

½ tsp sea salt

1 cup plain yoghurt (or use water or coconut water for a non-dairy version)

• Blend until smooth. Serve with a drizzle of cold-pressed olive oil and ½ cup

pumpkin seeds, lightly toasted

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RECIPES

(cont.)

DESSERTS

APPLE PIE IN A GLASS

Serves 2

1 cup unsweetened almond milk (strained if homemade)

1 cup unsweetened applesauce or stewed apples

2 tsp natural vanilla extract, plus more to taste

½ tsp ground cinnamon, plus more to taste

2 chopped, pitted, and soaked dates, or 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup

1 cup ice cubes

• Throw everything into blender and blast on high for 30 to 60 seconds, until smooth and

creamy. Tweak flavor to taste (you may want to add more vanilla, cinnamon, or

sweetener)

• Note: use the soaked dates with high-speed blenders and the maple syrup with

conventional blenders.

CHOCOLATE MOUSSE & RASPBERRY CREAM

Serves 8

1½ cup of raspberries

2 Tbsp sugar

1 cup crème fraîche (sour cream)

1/2 cup dark chocolate

1/2 cup cream (sweetened and whipped, semi-rigid)

• Mix the raspberries with sour cream and sugar in blender and puree it until smooth.

• Melt the chocolate and mix it gently in with the whipped cream.

• Spoon a layer of chocolate mousse and then alternately a layer of raspberry cream into

serving glass/cup.

• Chill the glass/cup in refrigerator for 30-minutes or more.

• Serve with fresh raspberries or chocolate as garnish.

FLOURLESS FUDGY BANANA MUFFINS

Serves 8

1/2 cup quick oats or quinoa flakes, loosely packed (40g)

3/4 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp baking soda

1 medium (1/2 cup) mashed over-ripe banana (120g)

1 can white beans (250g without liquid) or 250g cooked beans

1/4 cup peanut butter or allergy-friendly substitution

1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey (For a sugar-free version, click here)

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Optional handful mini chocolate chips, crushed walnuts, shredded coconut, pinch cinnamon,

etc.

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RECIPES

(cont.)

• Preheat the oven to 350 F and line 8-9 muffin cups.

• Drain the beans and rinse extremely well, then pat dry. (This is important because it

gets rid of any bean flavor.)

• Blend all ingredients until smooth in a blender. (If using a blender without a tamper,

stop occasionally to stir ingredients with a spoon so they will blend evenly.)

• Pour into the muffin cups – don’t overfill or they will rise and then sink in the

centers. Bake 20 minutes. They will appear underdone – let sit 20 minutes and they

will firm up.

*Muffins last for 3-4 days refrigerated or 2-3 weeks frozen.

BITE SIZE KEY LIME PIE

Serves 4

Filling:

2 Avocados

2 Tbsp Lime Juice

1/2 Cup Coconut Oil

2 Tbsp Honey

Crust:

1/2 Cup Almond Pulp; ground up almonds

1/2 Cup Dates (not soaked)

Pinch of Salt

• Blend all Filling ingredients together. Set aside. Clean out blender.

• For the crust, process dates almond pulp, and salt together until semi-smooth.

• Press the crust into greased or lined muffin tins.

• Spoon in filling. Freeze for 1-2 hours.

If it freezes hard, like ice cream, just leave out for 5 minutes before eating.

SMOOTH & CREAMY MOCHA CHIA PUDDING

Serves 4

1/2 cup chia seeds

1 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk + more, if necessary

1/2 cup brewed coffee, cooled to room temperature

1/2 cup tightly packed pitted soft Medjool dates

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 tsp instant espresso powder

pure maple syrup or honey to taste, if desired

shaved dark chocolate with espresso beans and/or cacao nibs, for serving, optional

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RECIPES

(cont.)

• Combine chia seeds, 1 1/2 cups almond milk, coffee, and pitted dates in blender jar, stir

with a spoon to do not mix yet.

• Refrigerate at least 8 hours, or overnight.

• Remove from refrigerator and now blend the chilled ingredients until smooth.

• Add in the cocoa powder, vanilla, and espresso powder. Blend until very smooth.

• Stream in extra almond milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach desired consistency. If the

pudding isn’t quite sweet enough for your taste, add liquid sweetener, 1 teaspoon at a

time, until desired sweetness is reached.

• For optimal results, chill finished pudding in the fridge for 2 hours before serving.

BLACK BEAN BROWNIES

Serves 10

1 1/2 cups black beans (1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed very well)

2 tbsp cocoa powder

1/2 cup quick oats

1/4 tsp salt

1/3 cup honey

2 tbsp sugar

1/4 cup coconut or vegetable oil

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 cup to 2/3 cup chocolate chips

• Preheat oven to 350 F.

Combine all ingredients except chips in blender, and blend until smooth.

• Stir in the chips, then pour into a greased 8×8 pan.

Bake the black bean brownies 15-18 minutes, then let cool at least 10 minutes before

trying to cut.

If they appear undercooked, place in the fridge overnight and they firm up!

GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE FUDGE

Serves 6

2 cups of carrots; steamed and pureed

1/2 cup of coconut butter

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ginger

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

coconut whipped cream

1 can of thick coconut cream

Optional Toppings: sprinkles of shredded carrots, walnut pieces, and dash of nutmeg

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