Okay, I know what you’re thinking.

Beets in a smoothie?  Marybeth. What?

While beets aren’t typically classified as a “normal” smoothie ingredient, they are a great way to get more powerful antioxidants and phytonutrients into your body (more on that in the Nutrition BeneFACTs below!)

I didn’t use any sweetener for this smoothie (the cherries, cranberries, and blueberries were enough for me), but you could easily add in some honey if you like your smoothies a little sweeter.

Berry Cherry Beet Smoothie

• 1/2 cup blueberries
• 1/2 cup frozen cranberries
• 1/2 cup beets (I roasted these, rinsed them, and threw them in the freezer beforehand!)
• 1/2 cup frozen dark red cherries
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 spoonful of chia seeds (for protein + healthy fats – my favorite brand is Salbachia!)

Throw all in a blender and go, go, go!

*Gluten-Free* *Dairy-Free* *Vegetarian* *Vegan* *Whole30* *Paleo*