This Beet, Berry, and Mint Smoothie never disappoints! It’s packed with superhero nutrients and is absolutely refreshing. The tart and sweet berries combined with refreshing mint leaves and citrus from the fresh orange completely complement the earthy beetroot. Picky eaters in your household? This smoothie is a fabulous way to disguise healthy greens and beets!
We are obsessed with smoothies! Are you? Drinking a smoothie every day makes me feel happy, energized, and healthy. Plus -fruits and veggies are high in fiber to keep us regular, which is always a great thing, right?
My smoothie routine varies depending on my taste buds and the ingredients in the house, but I typically add lots of greens paired with one or two fruits and protein powder. Beets are a favorite to add as well as they offer numerous health benefits!
This Smoothie is Packed with Fiber, Antioxidants, Vitamins, and Minerals.
The beetroot is a powerhouse of nutrition. High in betalain, minerals such as potassium and magnesium, and Vitamins C & K (improving immunity and promoting healthy blood cells), beets are a nutritious addition to your diet. Berries are also high in antioxidants and Vitamin C, so this smoothie offers a fabulous immunity boost. Enjoy!
In search of new smoothie recipes to jazz up your smoothie routine, try this Golden Beet, Kale, and Peach Smoothie or peruse 7 Healthy Smoothies by Simple Healthy Kitchen.
Beet, Berry and Mint Smoothie (Vegan / Gluten-Free) Recipe
INGREDIENTS
1 small to medium-sized raw beet
1/2 cup blueberries
1 cup raspberries
1/2 fresh orange, sectioned
1/2-1 inch fresh ginger root, minced or zested
a handful of fresh mint leaves (to your preferred minty taste)
a handful of greens (kale, spinach, beet leaves, or chard)
1 cup coconut water or almond milk
1/2 cup ice (If fruit is frozen, skip the ice)
OPTIONAL:
Hemp seeds, unflavored protein powder, extra greens, almond butter or coconut oil for healthy fats, vanilla extract, and/or cinnamon
1. Buy organic when available.
2. Thoroughly and gently rinse all fresh produce.
3. Peel and quarter or cube the beet. Beet skins ARE edible; however, due to the texture, they are best removed for blending. If you have a Vitamix or another powerhouse blender, you may not notice the chunky skin texture.
4. Blend all ingredients and enjoy!
Just Beet It Tip: Freeze coconut water in ice cube trays for a quick, tasty way to chill drinks.
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