Antioxidant Beet Berry Smoothie

Are you ready for another show-stopping, incredibly delicious smoothie? You must be because you clicked on this antioxidant-rich beet and berry smoothie. It is as rich in flavor as it is vibrant in color. Although berries are in this smoothie, you can thank the beets for the color and the incredible nutritional profile. Just make sure that you protect your clothing while cutting the beets, or else you run the risk of staining yourself.

There are three superfoods in this beet smoothie: berries (particularly the blueberries), beets, and chia seeds. Chia seeds pack a powerful, nutritional punch, with one serving offering 10 grams of fiber and nine grams of fat, eight of which are healthy fats. Although the berries provide a sweetly tart flavor profile, we increased the sweetness by adding banana and some Medjool dates. The homemade almond milk also provides an added layer of nutrition, but primarily makes this smoothie luxuriously creamy.

Before we give you the recipe, our last note is that people are usually scared of beets. They have a distinct, earthy flavor, but you can temper it by mixing in other fruits. Since beets retain more nutrients in their raw form, they are commonly added to detox smoothies and juices. They may help keep blood pressure in check and have proven to be a great source of folate. Finally, they work to fight chronic inflammation, which is associated with an increased risk of cancer, obesity, heart disease, and liver disease.