Beet and Berry Smoothie Bowl (Printer-friendly)

Vibrant blend of sweet berries and earthy beetroot, topped with granola and fresh fruit for a nutritious breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1 small cooked beetroot (about 2.8 oz), peeled and chopped
02 - 1 cup (5.3 oz) frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
03 - 1 ripe banana
04 - 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) unsweetened almond milk or plant-based milk
05 - 1/2 cup (4.2 oz) plain Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for vegan option
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste)

→ Toppings

08 - 1/2 cup (1.4 oz) granola (gluten-free if needed)
09 - 1/2 cup assorted fresh berries
10 - 1 kiwi, sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
12 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
13 - Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

# Steps:

01 - Place beetroot, frozen berries, banana, almond milk, yogurt, chia seeds, and maple syrup (if using) into a high-speed blender.
02 - Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. Add a little more milk for a thinner consistency if desired.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between two bowls.
04 - Arrange granola, fresh berries, kiwi, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, and mint leaves on top as desired.
05 - Serve immediately and enjoy.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent like dessert but actually fuels your body with antioxidants and sustained energy.
  • The whole thing comes together in ten minutes, which means even on mornings when you're running late, you can still eat something vibrant and real.
  • Every spoonful delivers that satisfying contrast between creamy smoothie and snappy granola that makes you slow down and actually enjoy breakfast.
02 -
  • If your blender sounds strained or the mixture isn't moving, stop and add more liquid rather than pushing your machine—a high-speed blender works best, but even regular blenders handle this fine if you give them time and patience.
  • The sweetness of this bowl depends entirely on your berries and banana ripeness, so always taste before adding maple syrup, otherwise you might end up with something that tastes more like dessert than breakfast.
03 -
  • Prep your toppings the night before in small containers and your morning becomes just blending and assembling—breakfast feels effortless when you set yourself up that way.
  • If you're making this for guests, blend the base ahead and let everyone customize their own toppings, which somehow makes the whole experience feel more interactive and fun.
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