RED BERRY-AND-BEET SMOOTHIE

Red Berry-and-Beet Smoothie image

When fresh berries aren't in season, use frozen berries in drinks like this brilliantly colored, high-fiber smoothie. The beet adds a wonderful earthiness, plus antioxidants and fiber.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups mixed frozen red berries such as strawberries and raspberries
1 small red beet, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons unrefined extra-virgin coconut oil

Steps:

Put the berries, 1/2 cup cold water, beet, lemon juice, honey and coconut oil into a blender. Blend on high until smooth, turning off the blender and pushing down on the ingredients with a spatula or wooden spoon as needed to help the blending process. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons more water if needed to adjust consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 65 milligrams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 44 grams