Pear Ginger with Thyme-Roasted Golden Beets (Printable Version)
Sweet pears, zesty ginger, and roasted golden beets create this vibrant nourishing blend.
# Ingredient List:
→ Roasted Beets
01 - 1 medium golden beet, peeled and diced
02 - 1 tsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or ½ tsp dried thyme
04 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Smoothie Base
05 - 2 ripe pears, cored and chopped
06 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
07 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk
08 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
09 - 1 tbsp maple syrup, optional
10 - ½ cup ice cubes
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Toss the diced golden beet with olive oil, thyme, and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
03 - Roast the beets for 25–30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
04 - In a blender, combine roasted beets, pears, ginger, almond milk, lemon juice, maple syrup if using, and ice cubes. Blend until smooth and creamy.
05 - Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The roasted thyme beets add an earthy depth you never knew you needed in a smoothie
- Golden beets keep the color stunning without staining everything pink
- Perfectly balanced between sweet pears and zesty fresh ginger kick
02 -
- Golden beets are milder and sweeter than red ones, making them perfect for smoothies
- Let the roasted beets cool for at least 10 minutes so they do not melt your ice
- Fresh ginger makes all the difference here, powdered just does not translate
03 -
- Line your baking sheet with parchment for effortless cleanup
- Use a high-speed blender if possible for the silkiest texture