Chocolate Beet Smoothie (Print View)
Earthy beet and deep chocolate blended with banana and almond milk for a creamy, energizing two-serving drink.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 small cooked beet (about 2.8 oz), peeled and chopped
02 - 1 ripe banana
03 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or dairy milk
→ Chocolate Blend
04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, to taste
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-Ins
07 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
08 - 1/2 cup frozen berries, such as strawberries or blueberries
09 - 1 tablespoon nut butter, such as almond or peanut butter
→ Toppings (optional)
10 - Cacao nibs or dark chocolate shavings
11 - Fresh mint leaves
# How to Make It:
01 - Place chopped beet, ripe banana, almond milk, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a high-speed blender.
02 - Incorporate chia seeds, frozen berries, or nut butter if desired to enhance nutrition and taste.
03 - Blend mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy.
04 - Sample and adjust sweetness or cocoa intensity if preferred.
05 - Divide between two glasses and garnish with cacao nibs, chocolate shavings, and fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It tastes like dessert but packs in veggies you hardly notice.
- Even suspicious beet skeptics come back for seconds thanks to the lush chocolate flavor.
02 -
- If your beet is even slightly underripe or raw, the smoothie tastes muddy and never quite blends right.
- Letting the smoothie sit for too long causes the texture to thicken and separate—enjoy it right away for peak creaminess.
03 -
- Chill your serving glasses first for an extra-refreshing treat.
- Even just a pinch of flaky salt sprinkled on top will make the chocolate flavor pop like you wouldn't believe.