Strawberry Beet Smoothie for a nutritious breakfast

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5 min

5 min

1 ×

1 cup Sliced strawberries, fresh or frozen

1 Beet, chopped (raw or cooked)

½ Lemon, peeled

1 stalk Celery, chopped

1 scoop Protein powder, vanilla

1 tbsp Almond butter

1 cup Water (adjust amount to desired consistency)

Breakfast

Quick and Easy Recipe

This smoothie is such a beautiful pink colour; it’s hard to believe it’s good for you!! With strawberries, beets, celery, and some healthy fats and protein, this is one of those smoothies that will keep you satiated all morning.

You can feel good about this smoothie as it has the following health benefits:

Strawberries are powerful antioxidants that have the ability to improve cardiovascular health and regulate blood sugar levels. They are anti-inflammatory and delicious, providing this smoothie with natural sweetness and a low glycemic impact. One caution with strawberries is that they should be one of your priorities for organic purchases as they are the fruit most likely to have pesticide residues.

Beetroots contain phytonutrients that support the liver’s detoxification systems, such as betacyanin, which has potent cancer-fighting properties. The beet greens and golden beets are also nutrient-rich and are a valuable source of lutein, which is important for eye health.

Celery contains a compound called 3-n-butylphthalide (3nB) that has been studied for its effect on reducing high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart attack or stroke. This smoothie is a great way to get extra celery in your diet! You can also enjoy celery in other ways, such as:

  • Chopped in salads
  • Spread with nut or seed butter
  • Added to a soup, stew, or stir fry

INSTRUCTIONS

Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and enjoy!

NOTES:

  • If this smoothie is not sweet enough for you, try adding an apple.
  • To make ahead, combine all ingredients except protein and liquid in a container the night before.
  • To make this as a smoothie bowl, use less liquid to make it thicker, pour into a bowl and top with your favourite ingredients such as hemp, flax, unsweetened shredded coconut, cacao nibs, etc.