Ingredients
– 1 small raw beet, peeled and diced
– 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
– 1 banana
– 1 tablespoon chia seeds
– 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
– 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
– Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions
Creating a delicious Berry Chia Seed Beet Smoothie is quite easy when you follow these steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients and peel the raw beet before dicing it into small pieces.
2. Add to Blender: In a high-speed blender, add the diced beet, mixed berries, banana, chia seeds, and almond milk.
3. Adjust Sweetness: If desired, add honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
4. Blend Smoothly: Blend on high until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add more almond milk until the desired consistency is achieved.
5. Incorporate Ice: If you prefer a colder smoothie, throw in a few ice cubes and blend again until smooth.
6. Taste Test: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary.
7. Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy right away for the best flavor and texture.
Blending Tips
– Blend until completely smooth to ensure the texture is pleasant.
– If you’re using frozen berries, you may not need to add ice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 6g