Energizing Kale Beet Smoothie
Kick-start your day with this healthy and energizing Kale Beet Smoothie, packed with nutritious goodness, natural sweetness, and a vibrant color. This is great way to fuel your body and keep you energized through the morning!
Why you’ll love this recipe:
This kale beet smoothie is one of my favorite smoothies of all time, and I think it will be yours too! I love the vibrant color form the red pigments of the beets and a subtle sweetness from the berries and beets. If you love smoothies, check out my Creamy Strawberry Smoothie Bowl!
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Substitutions & Variations
- Use frozen blueberries or raspberries instead of mixed berries
- Use a non-dairy milk (like soy milk or almond milk) instead of coconut water.
Add some extra flavor or nutrients…
- Add in maple syrup for a touch of sweetness
- Chia seeds or Hemp seeds
- Fresh ginger for added nutritional benefit and a little spice in the smoothie
- Healthy fats like nut butter (almond butter, peanut butter, etc)
- More protein with Greek yogurt or vanilla protein powder
Equipment
- High speed blender or a regular blender
How to Make a Kale Beet Smoothie
Start by peeling and roughly chopping your beet. Remove the stems off your kale.
Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until creamy and smooth.
FAQ
No, this recipe uses a raw beet. Simply peel and roughly chop your beet before adding to your blender. You can cook it if you would like.
When it comes to choosing kale for a smoothie, the most commonly used variety is Curly kale (Brassica oleracea var. sabellica). Curly kale has a slightly bitter but pairs well with the sweetness of the smoothie. Its curly leaves blend easily and create a smooth texture in the finished smoothie.
Yes, just use less liquid. I recommend a high speed blender. Start off with just 1/4 cup of coconut water and add more as needed for desired texture.
▶︎Tofu in a smoothie?! Yep! A silken tofu smoothie is SUPER creamy and delicious! You’ve got to try this one out! My healthy gut smoothie is also another great option.
Tips✔️
- Use frozen bananas and mixed berries to create the best texture.
- Thoroughly wash the kale leaves and remove the tough stems (they can leave a grainy, fibrous texture)
- Peel your raw beet with a vegetable peeler and roughly chop so it blends more easily.
▶︎Have some extra beets? Try out my flavorful Beet Salad with Feta!
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Energizing Kale Beet Smoothie
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Ingredients
- 1 medium raw beet peeled & chopped
- 3 kale leaves rib & stem removed
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 frozen banana
- 3/4 cup coconut water
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional for added sweetness)
Optional toppings
- granola
- hemp seeds
- chia seeds
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in high speed blender. You may need to blend for an extra few minutes to ensure kale and beet are fully blended.
- Enjoy by itself or top with granola, chia seeds, or hemp seeds.
Notes
- Use frozen blueberries or raspberries instead of mixed berries
- Use a non-dairy milk (like soy milk or almond milk) instead of coconut water.
- Add in maple syrup for a touch of sweetness
- Chia seeds or Hemp seeds
- Fresh ginger for added nutritional benefit and a little spice in the smoothie
- Healthy fats like nut butter (almond butter, peanut butter, etc)
- More protein with Greek yogurt or vanilla protein powder
