Quick Fruit and Beet Smoothie
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Quick Fruit and Beet Smoothie
Description
The Quick Fruit and Beet Smoothie combines frozen banana slices and raspberries with raw beet and plant milk, blended until smooth. The beet root contributes a deep color and earthy flavor balanced by the sweet, creamy banana and tart berries. The plant milk adjusts the smoothie’s consistency, allowing variation from a thicker blend to a thinner, easier-to-drink texture. Toppings can be added to introduce texture or extra flavor. This smoothie is made entirely by blending without cooking, preserving the brightness and nutrient qualities of the fruit and beet.
Preparation notes advise placing liquids and soft ingredients close to the blender blades for efficient blending and pausing to scrape down the sides if necessary. The recipe also suggests adjusting sweetness if the natural tartness of the berries is too strong. Handling beets with care to avoid staining is recommended by wearing gloves and rinsing utensils promptly.
Ingredients
- 2 banana sliced and frozen
- 1 cup raspberry frozen
- 1 inch beet raw
- ¼ cup plant milk
- Your favorite toppings
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients together in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth.
- Dish it up and dress with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Wear gloves and clean equipment promptly to prevent beet staining on hands and surfaces.
- Adjust thickness by varying plant milk quantity or adding ice, oats, or seeds.
- Position liquids and soft fruits near blender blades for smoother blending and scrape sides as needed.
- Add sweetener if the smoothie tastes too tart from the berries.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 293kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 71g | 24% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 107mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 1118mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 36g | 72% |
| Vitamin A | 200IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 53mg | 59% |
| Calcium | 121mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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