Best Beet Smoothie for Weight Loss

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Losing weight doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, it can be downright delicious with the help of this easy beet smoothie recipe.

This delicious and nutritious drink is low in calories and fat, has no added sugar, and contains all the nutrition of beets without the same earthy taste as beet juice. Plus, it’s made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.

Why We Love This Beet Smoothie for Weight Loss

We are all big fans of smoothies in our house, and I’m losing weight with the help of smoothies, so I’m constantly working out new recipes for them, especially for smoothies that can help you lose weight!

I love the health benefits of beets, but to be honest I’m not a fan of them. They are too earthy for me, and beet juice is even worse. So I decided to try them in a smoothie with some fruit and dates…. and yum! All the health benefits of beets without the earthiness! This way I love beets!

This smoothie fits very nicely into a clean eating plan because there is no added sugar, it’s gluten free and it’s made with simple, pure ingredients.

Now, I’m not going to say you’ll never taste any of the beetroot, but with the fruit it really is nice, so give it a try!

Ingredients in Our Easy Beetroot Smoothie Recipe

Beet

Fresh beets are packed with antioxidants thanks to their rich color, and this makes them anti-inflammatory, and they are also loaded with fiber, folate, vitamin C, potassium and magnesium.

We are using raw beet for this recipe, but you can use cooked beet or frozen beet if you prefer. Some people prefer steamed beet and others prefer canned beet. Try it different ways and see which tastes best to you. The only beets I wouldn’t recommend are pickled beets.

Read more about the health benefits of beets here

Banana

Banana provides sweetness and creaminess to the smoothie, as well as fiber, vitamins and minerals. It really helps to balance out the taste of the beet, so don’t skip it, even if you don’t really like bananas.

A frozen banana is best for this recipe because it really helps with the texture. A fresh ripe banana will work, too, but your smoothie may not be as thick.

Blueberries

Blueberries are another source of antioxidants, fiber and vitamins, and they help to add sweetness and more creaminess to the smoothie.

You can use frozen or fresh blueberries for this recipe, but I prefer frozen because they help keep the smoothie cold and also help the texture.

Oat Milk

Oat milk helps to thin out the smoothie a bit and also adds some protein, vitamins and minerals. You can use any type of milk you like in this recipe, but I prefer oat milk because it’s creamy and has a neutral taste. We especially like the plain extra creamy types from Chobani and Planet Oat.

Dates

Dates help to sweeten the smoothie without adding any refined sugar, and they also add fiber, vitamins and minerals.

I like to use Medjool dates because they are larger and have a really nice flavor, but any type of date will work. You can buy them pitted or with pits, but make sure to remove the pits if your beets have them – they are super hard and shouldn’t be eaten.

How to Make Our Beet Smoothie for Weight Loss

This smoothie is really easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. I like to add everything to my blender in the order listed so that the frozen ingredients are at the bottom and the liquid seeps around the other ingredients. This helps the blender to run more smoothly.

If you are using fresh fruits and veggies, you may need to add a little less liquid or you may want to add a few ice cubes. Just add a little bit at a time until you get the consistency you like.

Blend everything together until it’s smooth and creamy, and then enjoy immediately. I like to add a little bit of hemp seed or chia seed with coconut flakes on top for some extra protein and fiber.

You can also store this smoothie in the fridge for up to 24 hours, but it’s best if you drink it right away.

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How to Customize Our Easy Beet Smoothie for Weight Loss

Add greens: The absolute best green to add to this smoothie is the tops of your beets! That’s right, you can blend beet greens! They are very nutritious and work very well in smoothies. If you’ve purchased pre-cooked beets and don’t have greens try spinach, kale or swiss chard. This gives you another great dose of nutrients.

Add protein: If you want to add some extra protein to this smoothie, you can add a scoop of your favorite protein powder. I like to use plant-based protein powders because they tend to be easier on my stomach, but any type will work. You can also add Greek yogurt for a protein boost.

Change the milk: You can use any type of milk you like in this recipe. I prefer oat milk because it’s creamy and has a neutral taste, but you can use almond milk, soy milk, rice milk, coconut milk or any other type of milk you like. Water, coconut water or juice (such as apple juice) could work as well.

Use different fruit: If you don’t have blueberries or bananas on hand, feel free to use any other type of fruit you like. This smoothie is also really good with strawberries, raspberries or cherries. You could even add a little citrus like orange or grapefruit juice to brighten things up. And some mango or pineapple always sweeten things up.

Change the sweetener: If you don’t want to use dates or you want to make this smoothie a little less sweet, feel free to omit them or use a different type of sweetener. You could use honey, agave nectar, maple syrup, monk fruit or even stevia. Just add a little at a time until you get the sweetness you like.

Leave out the banana: If you want to make this smoothie without bananas, that’s totally fine – it will just be a little less thick and creamy. You could add a little more liquid or some ice cubes to make up for it.

Use cooked beets: You could also make this smoothie with cooked beets, but I prefer to use raw beets for the maximum nutritional benefits. If you do use cooked beets, you may want to reduce the amount of liquid you use since cooked beets are usually quite soft.

Common Questions about Beet Smoothies

Final Thoughts on our Healthy Smoothie Recipe

This beet smoothie is the perfect way to start your day if you’re looking to lose weight. It’s low in calories and fat, has no added sugar and gives you all the nutrition of beets without the same earthy taste as beet juice. Plus, it’s made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen.

So, what are you waiting for? Give this healthy smoothie recipe a try!

Happy Blending!
Amanda