Looking for a delicious way to boost your daily nutrient intake? Meet the beet and blueberry smoothie - a vibrant, refreshing drink that's as healthy as it is tasty. This smoothie combines the earthy sweetness of beets with the tangy flavor of blueberries, creating a perfect blend that's packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber.
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Smoothies are a fantastic way to pack a variety of nutrients into a quick breakfast, and the beet and blueberry smoothie is no exception. All you need is a blender or a magic bullet and a few simple ingredients to make this superfood smoothie that's literally packed with vitamins and minerals.
If you're a fan of nutrient-dense drinks, be sure to check out some of my other smoothie creations, like my energizing broccoli smoothie and the deliciously fruity strawberry, blackberry, banana smoothie.
🛒Ingredients
- Bananas: You will need one ripe banana. The riper the better. If your banana is not that ripe, you will likely need to add more maple syrup.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds a subtle sweetness and depth that complements the beets and blueberries
- Maple Syrup: The amount of maple syrup needed will vary depending on the ripeness of your banana, and how sweet you like your smoothie.
- Beet: You'll need one medium sized beet that's peeled and chopped. You can also use cooked beets, but do not use pickled beets (for obvious reasons).
- Almond Milk: You can use almond milk, oat milk, soy milk or even coconut water.
- Coconut Yogurt: I love the subtle coconut flavor that coconut yogurt contributes, but feel free to use any plant-based yogurt that you have on hand. You can also omit the yogurt completely, but your beet and blueberry smoothie won't be as creamy.
- Chia Seeds: Chia seeds are nutritional powerhouses, which make this smoothie ultra healthy. They have fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein.
- Blueberries: You can use fresh or frozen blueberries. If you use frozen blueberries, you can omit the ice called for in the recipe.
👨🍳How To Make A Beet & Blueberry Smoothie
- Prepare the Beets: If using raw beets, peel and chop them into small pieces. If using cooked beets, simply chop them up.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the chopped beets, blueberries, banana, coconut yogurt (if using), almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, chia seeds or flaxseeds (if using), and ice cubes.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high until all the ingredients are well combined and the smoothie is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or consistency if needed. Add more maple syrup for sweetness or more almond milk to thin it out.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately!
Top Tip
For a thicker smoothie, use frozen blueberries and add a little less milk.
🙋Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely, beet smoothies are very good for you! Beets are a nutritional powerhouse, rich in essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, folate, potassium, and manganese. They're also high in dietary fiber and antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and support overall health. When combined with other healthy ingredients like blueberries, bananas, and yogurt, a beet smoothie is an excellent way to boost your daily nutrient intake.
Beets are often touted for their detoxifying properties, largely due to their high levels of antioxidants, fiber, and essential nutrients. They contain betalains, which are compounds with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that support liver health, a key organ in the body's detoxification process. The fiber in beets helps promote healthy digestion and regular bowel movements, aiding in the elimination of toxins. While no single food can completely detox the body, incorporating beets into your diet can support your body's natural detoxification processes and contribute to your overall health.
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📖 Recipe
Beet and Blueberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 small beet peeled and chopped (or ½ cup cooked beets)
- 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
- 1 banana for creaminess and sweetness
- ½ cup coconut yogurt or your favorite plant-based yogurt
- 1 cup almond milk or any milk of your choice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional, for additional sweetness
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds optional for added nutrition
- A handful of ice cubes if using fresh blueberries
Instructions
- If using raw beets, peel and chop them into small pieces. If using cooked beets, simply chop them up.
- In a blender, combine the chopped beets, blueberries, banana, yogurt (if using), almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, chia seeds or flaxseeds (if using), and ice cubes.
- Blend on high until all the ingredients are well combined and the smoothie is smooth and creamy.
- Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or consistency if needed. Add more honey/maple syrup for sweetness or more almond milk to thin it out.
- Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately!
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