Description
This vibrant Very Berry Beet Smoothie with Banana is a refreshing and nutritious vegan drink packed with antioxidants from berries and the natural sweetness of banana, enhanced by the subtle earthiness of beetroot powder. Easy to prepare in just 5 minutes, it blends frozen berries, banana, almond milk, and optional flax oil for a creamy, health-boosting treat perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 bananas
- 1 cup strawberries (frozen)
- 1 cup blueberries (frozen)
Liquids
- ½ cup almond milk (or coconut milk)
Additional Ingredients
- ¾ tsp. beetroot powder
- 2 Wholesome Organic Stevia packets
- 1 tsp. fish or flax oil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the berries: Let frozen strawberries and blueberries sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly, which makes blending easier and ensures a smoother texture.
- Add ingredients to blender: Place the softened berries, bananas, almond milk, beetroot powder, stevia packets, and optional fish or flax oil into a high-speed blender.
- Blend the smoothie: Blend all the ingredients for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps or chunks.
- Serve immediately: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy right away to get the best flavor and texture from this fresh and healthy drink.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with coconut milk or any plant-based milk of your choice.
- For a nut-free version, use oat milk or rice milk instead of almond milk.
- Adding flax oil boosts omega-3 fatty acids but can be omitted if preferred.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of stevia or adding a natural sweetener like maple syrup if not strictly vegan.
- This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; stir well before drinking.
