Cozy Beet Berry Blend (Printable Version)

A vibrant blend of cooked beet, mixed berries, and banana with almond milk and a touch of lemon.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruits and Vegetables

01 - 1 small cooked beet (about 3.5 oz), peeled and chopped
02 - 1 ripe banana
03 - 1 cup mixed berries (about 5 oz), fresh or frozen

→ Liquids

04 - 1 cup (8 fl oz) unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Optional Add-Ins

06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, adjust to taste
08 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the cooked beet, banana, mixed berries, almond milk, and lemon juice in a blender container.
02 - Add chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, and cinnamon if using for enhanced flavor and nutrition.
03 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness with additional maple syrup or honey if necessary.
05 - Pour into two glasses and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The earthy beet balances sweet berries in a way that wakes up your whole palate
  • It looks stunning in a glass but comes together in under ten minutes
  • That vibrant color makes you feel like you are doing something wonderfully healthy without even trying
02 -
  • Using frozen berries instead of fresh transforms the texture into something almost soft serve like
  • The beet flavor mellows significantly overnight, so this is best enjoyed fresh
  • If your smoothie separates after sitting, just give it a quick stir and it will come back together
03 -
  • Peel and chop your beets while they are still slightly warm, the skins slip right off
  • If the beet flavor feels too earthy at first, try adding half a banana more next time