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Homemade V8 Plus Juice, nourishing and healthy serving of your favorite veggies in one delicious glass full! Along with 8 delicious wholesome veggies, this juice has fresh herbs and an apple to make it a V8 Plus juice.Vegetable juice is probably the best way to have required serving of veggies for whole day, right at the start of day! With homemade version you can control the amount of salt and sugar. I don't add sugar in juices/smoothies. The natural sweetness of apple and tiny bit salt balances the acidity of tomatoes and makes this juice enjoyable for everyone - kids, adults or grands!A raw diet is beautiful way to replenish your body with antioxidants, vitamins and lots of minerals in it's purest form. If I start sharing with your benefits of eating raw vegetables and fruits.. possibly this post will be longest post I will ever write. But, today, I'm here to share a homemade healthier V8 Juice recipe which is low-sodium, adjustable to your taste, and far more healthier.First, confession time! I love V8 juices, specially vegetables and tomato juice. Even though the base ingredients in V8 series of juices i.e. tomato is made from concentrate but they taste really good. Almost like a chilled gazpacho! Actually, I may not enjoy a bottled orange juice as much as I will a bottled V8 tomato juice. I don't say orange juice is bad.. It is just my palate that likes everything savory. :)V8 Juice Plus is my homemade version of V8 Juice that has that savory tomato-y flavor but far less sodium and really nothing from concentrate. Honestly, homemade version of V8 does need a 10 minutes effort to pick veggies from refrigerator, slice, juice and strain (if preferred)... but it's taste and healthy benefits are far more superior. Why V8 Plus? I call it V8 Plus for two reasons. One because I add a small bunch of herbs in juice such as parsley and basil. Original V8 juice recipe may not call for herbs but when I'm juicing a healthy concoction.. I like to keep benefits of herbs in mind.Second reason for V8 Plus is an apple. I mean, a fruit in all vegetable juice. Why Apple?Well, because - an Apple a day keeps doctor away! Also, because sweetness of apple balances the acidity of lime and tomatoes which helps me keep this juice low-sodium. You know, salt balances the sour ingredients. Less sour means less salt needed.The lush red color of original V8 juice is mainly because of tomatoes juice from concentrate. The homemade fresh vegetable juice cannot have that same color. Just so you know, I have used one pound tomatoes in 4 cups of juice. And still there was no deep dark red color anywhere. Only two things I can suggest if you are after thick slurp-y red tomato-y color juice is a) to skip all green veggies b) to not strain the juice.Where option (a) is not my favorite, so my homemade version of V8 is rather orange in color.  Option (b) is totally okay for thick juice. I usually don't strain it.. But for pictures, a glass of juice with sediments was very difficult to shoot. So, I did strain it.Friends, summers are so  hot this year. When you feel like open can of soda... opt for a healthier juice! If it can be homemade.. that is even better! Just so you know, this glass of veggie juice is paleo, gluten free, vegan, and also low sodium.Please don't underestimate the power of a homemade juice. Since it is healthy, it does not mean it is boring! In-fact it is more versatile than you think. Like, a) add some Worcestershire (not vegan) in it for Virgin Bloody Marry! b) Add any leftover juice in a soup to enhance it's flavor. c) Or add some sugar and freeze ice pops for a savory summer surprise! I was all cozy with summer tomatoes from past few days! So a tomato juice with big punch of raw vegetable nutrients was must to hit the blog! I hope you will enjoy this V8 Juice Plus version as much as my family enjoyed it! So, friends, hunt veggies from refrigerator and juice one V8 today! Don't worry if you have different veggies or not all 9 ingredients. It is totally okay to try a variation! Now, this makes me ask you, what is your favorite one-glass wonder for breakfast?! Love to hear some ideas!!Wish a you happy week ahead!Cheers! -Savita

This easy seafood paella recipe will get you a plate of rice every bit as delicious as the stuff served in tapas bars from Barcelona to Valencia! Just make sure to bring an empty stomach.

Here's how to make a paella recipe...the Spanish way! This stunning one pan dinner features shrimp, vegetables and all the authentic flavors of this traditional dish.

The ultimate dish for seafood lovers, no wonder this delicious one-pot meal is the national dish of Spain!

It’s essentially the best of the best when it comes to tapas style eating. Grilled bread, tons of vegetables, different kinds of sauces, meats, various cheeses…. and voila… your dinner party is done.

Learn how to make authentic Spanish sangria with this easy sangria recipe.  It only takes a few minutes to prep, it's easy to customize with your favorite wine and fruit, and it's great for entertaining a crowd!

Inspired by Spanish caldo gallego, this white bean soup recipe with bacon and herbs is warming but light. The bacon adds a smoky note and a crispy garnish at the end.

Full of vibrant flavors and colors, Spanish Rice is a perfect side for dinner. Tomatoes, peppers, and onions form the foundation of this rice dish.

This Vegetable Paella is an easy, hands-off sheet pan dinner that delivers big Mediterranean flavor with almost no effort. The oven does all the work, giving you tender rice, roasted vegetables, and a naturally nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

These Spanish Chickpeas with Spicy Paprika Tomato Sauce are beyond easy to make, loaded with Spanish flavors, and done within 20 minutes.

This empanada dough recipe can be used to make any kind of empanada, including chicken empanadas, potato and chorizo empanadas, and more.

Easy to make Instant Pot Mexican Rice (Instant Pot Spanish Rice) with pantry ingredients! Flavorful & fragrant rice paired with deliciously juicy chicken. Enjoy this easy Mexican chicken and rice one pot meal.

Pollo al chilindrón pairs tender chicken with slow-simmered peppers, tomatoes, olives, and Spanish paprika for a vibrant, one-pot stew bursting with rustic, smoky flavor.

While meatball soup can be traced back to ancient Persia, Spanish colonizers brought it to the Americas. In Honduras, this soup is made with chayote, tomatoes, potatoes and zucchini. Serve it with a salad for a full meal. Read more about the author's connection to this recipe in Soup—and Life—Lessons From My Grandma.

Patatas Panaderas are classic Spanish oven-roasted potatoes, thinly sliced and baked with onions, olive oil, and herbs until tender and golden. This simple, flavorful side dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or eggs.

This is a recipe that my Mom always made for us in the 70's, which I found in her original 1970 Crock Pot Recipe Booklet (with the page "dog-eared" and check-marked), and over the years has been tweaked just a bit for our own tastes...Super easy, and since I've been married (and divorced) twice now, I can honestly tell you that it is a "Man-Pleaser" as well as a kid-friendly recipe. I make this at least a couple of times every month, and they always ask me when I'm going to make it again! Really tasty, and easy too, since you dump everything in the crock pot in the morning and when you all come home from work or school, the house smells amazing!!!

This Classic Flan recipe is a creamy, caramel-topped Spanish and Latin dessert made with eggs, condensed milk, evaporated milk, cream, and vanilla to form a smooth custard. The dessert is cooked slowly and refrigerated to set. It's such a rewarding dessert to make and no one has to know how easy it is!

You won’t believe the result of this One Pan Chicken Black Beans and Rice when you make it! This takes all of five minutes to prepare and I won’t be surprised if you don’t stand in front of a pan making rice and beans ever again. The rice comes out perfectly moist and separated with a delicious flavor the way rice should be. Follow my directions from this blog exactly and I have a sneaky suspicion this One Pan Chicken Black Beans and Rice will be on your dinner rotation weekly because your family and especially your kids will feel like they're eating at a restaurant when they try it. You can change this recipe up and I will give you some ideas below.  For example, if your kids don’t like the beans you can omit the beans and just have a delicious Spanish style chicken and rice dinner. However, this is a complete meal and perfect for an easy weeknight when you don’t feel like cooking after work. Let’s make it!

Vibrant Spanish cold soup bursting with tomatoes, peppers, and olive oil. Served chilled for maximum freshness.

A mix of tomatoes, broth, and vegetables tossed with sauteed shrimp sausage and rice all made in less than 30 minutes. This Shrimp and Sausage Spanish Rice is a flavorful family favorite.

Providing all five of your 5-a-day, this flavour-packed butterbean stew pairs perfectly with lean pork shoulder steaks – perfect to enjoy after a workout