Beet and Berry Smoothie Bowl (Print Version)

A vibrant blend of sweet berries and earthy beetroot, topped with crunchy granola and fresh fruit for a wholesome start.

# What You'll 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)

# How-To Steps:

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent way more time on breakfast than you actually did, which is always a win.
  • The earthiness of beets balances the sweetness of berries in a way that feels almost sophisticated for 10 a.m.
  • You can customize it endlessly based on what's in your pantry, so it never gets boring.
  • It's naturally vegan and gluten-free without tasting like a compromise.
02 -
  • Don't use a regular blender if you can avoid it—a high-speed blender makes the difference between a creamy bowl and a chunky, disappointingly grainy one.
  • The beet-to-berry ratio matters: too much beet and you lose the fruity brightness; too little and you don't get that earthy complexity that makes this special.
03 -
  • Add a scoop of vanilla or berry-flavored protein powder to the base if you want the bowl to be more filling—it doesn't change the flavor, just makes it a legitimate meal instead of a snack.
  • The secret to a perfectly spoonable consistency is using frozen berries instead of fresh ones—they blend creamier and hold their structure better than you'd expect.
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