Aren’t we always trying to find a way to get more vegetables in our diets? Or maybe I should say, aren’t we always told we should do this?! But just how do we do this so that the dish looks as appetizing as it tastes? I have a solution for you in the form of a kitchen tool called a Spiralizer. (Paderno World Cuisine Spiralizer Pro, 4-Blade)
There are a few brands that offer a piece of equipment that does something like the Paderno Spiralizer but this is the one I like the best and recommend. The Spiralizer is a fantastic way to creatively make dishes that contain vegetables, fruits, onions and potatoes that resemble noodles. Yes, pasta noodles, whether as thin as angel hair or as thick as linguine and a few sizes in between. The variable is the choice of blades that cut in ribbons or spirals.
The fun with this Spiralizer is how you serve the vegetables once spiralized. Salads, sautéed vegetables as a side dish, used as “pasta” with sauce and all or even my latest favorite, in a Panini sandwich. The same can be said of using fruit like apples for salads or in desserts. Potatoes (white, gold, sweet) and onions can become curly fries or onion rings that you bake and not fry for a healthier side dish. Be creative and you will find a new way to use that beet or zucchini.
Try a zucchini and onion saute with fresh herbs, garlic and a splash of white wine. Delicious. Or add marinara sauce to your zucchini noodles with a parmesan cheese topping. How about a vegetable panini sandwich with a mixture of onions, squash, zucchini, peppers, pesto and mozzarella cheese? Now all your vegetables will stay on the sandwich and not fall out!
While there are many parts to getting this spiralizer set up for use, it’s easy to do, clean up is a snap and the whole piece of equipment is packaged in one rectangular box. Literally and figuratively.
I will also share with you that you will find many books that offer recipes using this tool should you run out of ideas. With fresh vegetables being more available this time of year in your groceries or farmer’s markets, now is the perfect time to try this Paderno Spiralizer. It should be noted that there is also a 3 blade option along with this 4 blade one that I am recommending. The use of the blades and the compactness of this model are some of the fine-tuning that Paderno has done in response to customers’ feedback. I hope you will take a look and try this spiralizer. I know you are going to love it just like I do. (Paderno World Cuisine Spiralizer Pro, 4-Blade)
Thanks for stopping by. Happy Cooking!
I love my Paderno Spiralizer — just used it tonight!!
It’s great, isn’t it?! I have been using it for so many different things with the farmer’s markets now open. Healthy and pretty looking at the same time. Do you have a favorite recipe you make with it? Thanks!
I keep it simple with zucchini noodles sauteed in a little olive oil. But I just made golden potato latkes and sweet potato latkes.
I have wanted a spiralizer for ages. It is such a neat idea.
I keep seeing spiralizers around and they sound absolutely amazing! I totally think I need to try one for myself. x
This looks so easy to operate. I have a different spiral thing that is smaller and is hard to use.
I’ve never had papinini or zucchini but you make a great case will check it out
I have got to have one of these.I would have a blast in the kitchen.
This is so awesome. I want one. I think my kids would get a kick out of it.
I love this.I want one.I would have tons of fun in kitchen.
Great ideas. This would also be a good way to get the kids to eat vegetables.
There are also a few electric models. Oster used to make one that was inexpensive. Mine broke and now I can’t find a new one.
I love veggies, which is why I make sure I have enough to make a salad everyday. This is an awesome tool to have especially if you have kids that are picky eaters. It makes veggies more interesting and fun!
I bought one a couple years ago and just haven’t played around with it. I have GOT to get that out and have fun like you are.
I have the exact same one, absolutely love it! – Lynz
This spiralizer seems like it’s easy to use and does a good job! I love the bonus that clean up is simple too!
Wow. That makes vegetables even more tempting than just a forced diet companion! It looks pretty conveient to use as well, nice!
I have always put off getting a spiralizer but this recipe looks so good!
We have a spiralizer and the kids love it! We mainly use it for potatoes and apples. Super easy to use.
What a fun way to serve vegetables. I need to get one of these gadgets.
I think that product is so great. It makes cooking fun too. You can make so many dishes with one of those. Love it!
Looks like a fun appliance. Made me hungry just looking at the food. The plus is that it cleans easily, too.
I really need to get one of these babies. I am seeing this all over the place and I think it is time for me to get one
I’ve never seen these before. I’ve only seen the ones that are shaped like those sand timers. At least this one has different shapes.
I’ve seen this product on one of the cooking shows i’ve been watching and it will really works wonder with cooking.
It would be so helpful to have one of these around!
This looks so great! I have a different spiral that is smaller and seems harder to use than yours! I will check it out!
I like the spiralized twist. It will make it easier for kids to get into eating veggies.