Vibrant Beat and Berry Smoothie
A delicate balance of earthy ingredients creates a mouthwatering smoothie full of fiber and healthy fats to help you get a heart-healthy start to 2023.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (480 ml) green tea [or 2 cups water + 1 Tbsp. matcha]
- 1 medium (150 g) beet, washed, with or without top
- 3 cups (75 g) kale, washed
- 4 (4 ) date, pitted
- 2 teaspoons chia seed
- 2 teaspoons flax seed
- 2 teaspoons hemp seeds
- ¼ cup (40 g) quinoa
- 3 cups (375 g) frozen mixed berries
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
Chef's Notes
- For additional heart-health support, try optional add-ins for this recipe like 2 Tbsp. of walnuts or 1/4 of an avocado.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (480 ml) green tea [or 2 cups water + 1 Tbsp. matcha]
- 1 medium (150 g) beet, washed, with or without top
- 3 cups (75 g) kale, washed
- 4 (4 ) date, pitted
- 2 teaspoons chia seed
- 2 teaspoons flax seed
- 2 teaspoons hemp seeds
- ¼ cup (40 g) quinoa
- 3 cups (375 g) frozen mixed berries
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
Chef's Notes
- For additional heart-health support, try optional add-ins for this recipe like 2 Tbsp. of walnuts or 1/4 of an avocado.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (480 ml) green tea [or 2 cups water + 1 Tbsp. matcha]
- 1 medium (150 g) beet, washed, with or without top
- 3 cups (75 g) kale, washed
- 4 (4 ) date, pitted
- 2 teaspoons chia seed
- 2 teaspoons flax seed
- 2 teaspoons hemp seeds
- ¼ cup (40 g) quinoa
- 3 cups (375 g) frozen mixed berries
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
Chef's Notes
- For additional heart-health support, try optional add-ins for this recipe like 2 Tbsp. of walnuts or 1/4 of an avocado.