Beet Berry Smoothie
In short: A deep magenta smoothie of cooked beet, mixed berries, banana and apple juice that tastes of fruit with only a faint earthy note. It takes about 10 min in total and makes 2 servings.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Total
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 172 kcal
Beets give this smoothie its dramatic color and a mild natural sweetness, while berries and apple juice keep the flavor firmly fruity. Cooked beet is soft enough to blend completely, so the texture is smooth rather than gritty. It is a good way to slip vegetables into the day for anyone who says they dislike them. Expect a pink mustache.
Instructions
- Pour the apple juice and lemon juice into the blender and add the beet chunks.
- Blend on high for 30 seconds, until the beet is completely liquefied and the juice is deep red. Doing this first prevents gritty bits.
- Add the frozen berries, frozen banana and ginger.
- Blend on high for 60 seconds, until the smoothie is thick, smooth and a vivid magenta.
- Taste. If the berries are very tart, add a splash more apple juice, or a little more lemon if it tastes too sweet.
- Pour into two glasses and drink right away.
Tips
- Use ready-cooked vacuum-packed beets for speed, or boil or roast raw beets ahead and keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days. Do not use pickled beets.
- For a creamier, more filling drink, add a spoonful of unsweetened plant-based yogurt or a scoop of nut butter.
Questions and answers
Does a beet smoothie taste like dirt?
Cooked beet is much milder than raw. With berries, banana and apple juice most people notice only a faint earthiness, and the lemon juice helps to cut it.
Can I use raw beet in a smoothie?
You can, but raw beet is hard and tastes more earthy. Grate it finely and use a strong blender, or cook it first for a softer and sweeter drink.
Will beets stain my blender?
The color can tint plastic jars pink. Rinse the jar right after blending and wash it with warm soapy water. A paste of baking soda and water lifts any stain that stays.
How long does it take to make Beet Berry Smoothie?
About 10 min in total: 10 min of preparation and 0 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Beet Berry Smoothie?
About 172 kcal per serving, with 2 g of protein, 42 g of carbohydrates and 1 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 172 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 42 g |
| Fat | 1 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 29 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
