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Vibrant Strawberry Beet Smoothie

Vibrant, fruity and refreshing, this smoothie packs a powerful antioxidant punch. An easy way to take advantage of the impressive health benefits of beets, such as anti-inflammatory properties, blood pressure reduction and increase in oxygen absorption shown to improve athletic performance.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup peeled + chopped raw beet 
  • 1 ⅓  cup frozen organic strawberries OR frozen cherries OR frozen raspberries (if using fresh fruit, add ice; recommend organic strawberries or cherries as these fruits make the Dirty Dozen list)
  • 1/2 ripe, frozen banana
  • 1/3 cup organic apple juice  (recommend organic as apples are on the Dirty Dozen list, and pesticides concentrate when made into juice)
  • 1/3 cup water
  • fresh mint or flaked coconut (optional)

Equipment

  • High-speed blender

Method
 

  1. Add beet, strawberries, water, and apple juice to a blender and blend on high until creamy and smooth.
  2. Divide between two serving glasses and enjoy!