Vibrant Nutrient-Packed Beet Smoothie (Printable version)

Earthy beets meet sweet fruits and creamy yogurt in this refreshing, nutrient-packed beverage ready in minutes.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 small raw beet, peeled and chopped

02 - 1 medium banana, sliced

03 - 1 cup frozen strawberries

04 - 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks

05 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

06 - 1/2 cup orange juice

07 - 1/2 cup water

08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

09 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds

10 - 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

01 - Place beet, banana, strawberries, pineapple, Greek yogurt, orange juice, and water into a high-speed blender.

02 - Blend until completely smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides and ensure even consistency.

03 - Taste the smoothie and add honey or maple syrup if additional sweetness is preferred.

04 - Stir in chia seeds for extra nutrition or fresh ginger for a spicy kick.

05 - Pour into glasses and enjoy right away for the best texture and flavor.

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It tastes like dessert but fuels you through a morning workout or afternoon slump without the crash
The earthy beet becomes something entirely magical when paired with sweet strawberries and creamy yogurt

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Raw beets can be surprisingly sweet, so always taste before adding extra sweetener because you might not need it
If your blender struggles with raw beet, grate it first or give it a quick steam for five minutes to soften things up

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Add a squeeze of fresh lemon right before serving to brighten everything up and keep the color vibrant
Let the smoothie sit for two minutes after blending to let the foam settle and the flavors meld together