Healthy Beet Smoothie Recipe

This beet smoothie recipe is vibrant, creamy, and ready in just 5 minutes. Made with cooked beets, banana, and frozen mixed berries, it's a naturally sweet easy healthy smoothie that works beautifully as a breakfast smoothie or quick afternoon boost.

We make this healthy beet smoothie recipe with berries and bananas whenever we have leftover cooked beets in the fridge. My husband and I often roast a big batch of beets over the weekend and use them in our roasted beet salad or whip them into our beet hummus for healthy snacks during the week. And when there are a few cubes left? Into the blender they go.

Because the beets are already tender and slightly sweet from roasting, they blend into a smooth, vibrant beet smoothie with berries in minutes. The banana and frozen fruit balance the earthy flavor beautifully, creating a creamy, naturally sweet breakfast beet smoothie we come back to again and again. 

Scroll down for step-by-step photos, helpful tips, and fun flavor variations!

Jump to:

• Beet Health Benefits
• Ingredients You'll Need
• Seasonality: When Are Beets in Season?
• How to Make Beet Smoothies
• Flavor Variations, Substitutions and Add-Ins
• What to Serve with Beetroot Smoothies
• Storage Instructions
• FAQ's
• More Beet Recipes
• Healthy Beet Smoothie Recipe

Beet Health Benefits

Beets may be humble root vegetables, but they're packed with nutrients that support overall wellness.

• Rich in folate - Supports healthy cell growth and plays an important role in heart health.
• Naturally high in nitrates - May help support healthy blood flow and stamina.
• A good source of fiber - Helps support digestion and gut health.
• Loaded with antioxidants - Especially betalains, the plant compounds responsible for their deep red color.
• Contains key minerals - Including vitamin C, potassium, and manganese for overall vitality.

Want to learn more? This detailed overview of beetroot nutrition and benefits from Healthline explains it beautifully.

Ingredients You'll Need

This beet smoothie with berries comes together with simple, wholesome ingredients:

• Almond milk (or milk of your choice) - Adds creaminess and helps everything blend smoothly. Dairy milk, oat milk, or coconut milk all work well here.
• Cooked beets - The star of this beet smoothie recipe. Roasting them whole brings out their natural sweetness (see our guide on how to roast beets), and once cooled, they're easy to peel and chop. Boiled beets work too (here's how to boil beets step-by-step). If using raw beets, grate them first for the smoothest blend.
• Banana - Adds natural sweetness and creaminess, giving this beet banana smoothie a silky texture without yogurt.
• Honey or maple syrup - Optional, depending on how sweet your berries are.
• Frozen mixed berries - We recommend frozen berries for a thick, cold texture. Blueberries and strawberries work especially well in this vibrant red smoothie

See the recipe card for quantities.

Seasonality: When Are Beets in Season?

Beets are a cool-season root vegetable that thrive in spring and fall, with their peak sweetness often coming during the cooler months. While you'll find them in grocery stores year-round, they taste best when harvested in crisp weather.

They grow beautifully in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres when temperatures begin to drop, making them perfect for autumn salads, cozy soups, and nourishing smoothies like this one.

Want to learn more about when your favorite fruits and vegetables are in season? Explore the USDA's Seasonal Produce Guide.

How to Make Beet Smoothies

Tested in our kitchen and loved by our readers-this recipe is simple, vibrant, and ready in just 5 minutes.

Layer the ingredients

Pour the almond milk into the blender first. Add the diced beets and sliced banana. Drizzle in the honey or maple syrup. Finally, top with the frozen mixed berries.

Chef's Tip: Always add the liquid first, then softer ingredients, and finish with frozen fruit. This helps your blender run smoothly and prevents it from getting stuck.

Pour the almond milk into the blender first. Add the diced beets and sliced banana. Drizzle in the honey or maple syrup. Finally, top with the frozen mixed berries.

Chef's Tip: Always add the liquid first, then softer ingredients, and finish with frozen fruit. This helps your blender run smoothly and prevents it from getting stuck.

Blend until smooth

Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase to high. Blend for about 45-60 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.

Chef's Tip: If using raw beets, grate them first and blend a little longer. High-powered blenders work best for completely smooth texture.

Taste and adjust

Check the sweetness and add a little more honey or maple syrup if needed. Blend again briefly to combine.

Serve and Enjoy

Pour the smoothie into two glasses. Garnish with a few extra berries or a sprig of mint if you like. Serve immediately.

Flavor Variations, Substitutions and Add-Ins

This beet smoothie recipe is wonderfully flexible and easy to adapt to what you have on hand.

• Fresh ginger - Adds gentle warmth and a subtle spicy note that pairs beautifully with berries.
• Hemp hearts - Boost plant-based protein and add a mild, nutty flavor.
• Chia seeds or flax seeds - Add extra fiber and healthy fats for a more filling smoothie.
• Blueberries only - Create a deeper, richer berry flavor and darker color.
• Mango instead of banana - Gives this smoothie a tropical twist and natural sweetness.
• Greek yogurt - Makes it creamier and adds extra protein (great for a post-workout option).
• Spinach - Adds an extra vegetable boost without overpowering the flavor.

What to Serve with Beetroot Smoothies

This breakfast beet smoothie pairs beautifully with simple, wholesome dishes for a balanced and satisfying start to the day

• No Knead Bread - Serve toasted with butter, honey, or nut butter for a simple, comforting pairing.
• Soft boiled egg on sourdough - Adds protein and a savory contrast to the naturally sweet smoothie.
• Smoked Salmon Bagel with Whipped Cottage Cheese - A fresh, savory pairing that works beautifully for weekend brunch.
• Homemade granola - Sprinkle over yogurt or enjoy with milk for a crunchy texture alongside your smoothie.
• Baked Eggs with Sautéed Mushrooms (Oeufs en Cocotte) - A cozy, savory brunch option that balances the fruit-forward flavor of the smoothie.

It also works well as a light afternoon snack alongside a handful of almonds.

Storage Instructions

Smoothies are best fresh, but here's how to handle leftovers:

• Fridge: Best enjoyed immediately, but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake well before drinking.
• Meal Prep: Cook a batch of beets in advance, cool, peel, chop, and freeze in portions. This makes it easy to throw together a quick smoothie recipe anytime.

FAQ's

More Beet Recipes

If you enjoy cooking with beets, you might also love:

• Roasted Beet Hummus - Creamy, vibrant, and perfect as a healthy snack or spread.
• Arugula, Apple, Beet and Blue Cheese Salad - A fresh, sweet-and-savory salad that highlights roasted beets beautifully.

If you're in smoothie mode, try our:

• Strawberry Banana Smoothie - A creamy, classic breakfast favorite.
• Tropical Green Smoothie Recipe - A bright, refreshing blend packed with fruit and greens.

This healthy beet smoothie recipe is one of our favorite ways to use leftover cooked beets. It's quick, vibrant, naturally sweet, and easy to adapt depending on what you have on hand.

Give this beet smoothie with berries a try and let us know in the comments how it turned out for you. Don't forget to Pin it for later!

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The nutrition is an estimate only. It was calculated using Nutrifox, an online nutrition calculator