Vibrant Beet and Berry Smoothie Recipe — 5 Ingredients

This beet and berry smoothie uses just five simple ingredients and comes together in under 10 minutes. Raw beets, banana, citrus, and mixed berries create a delicious, nutrient-packed start to your day — and the color is stunning.

When February feels cold and grey, a bright, glowing beet and berry smoothie is exactly what you need. This recipe highlights whole, simple ingredients: raw beet, mixed berries, a whole orange, banana, and water (or coconut water).

Although smoothies are often associated with warm weather, blending winter produce and frozen fruit yields a refreshing, naturally sweet drink year-round. Raw beets add an earthy sweetness and a gorgeous, jewel-toned color that makes this smoothie worth sipping for both flavor and looks.

Why you’ll love this beet and berry smoothie:

This easy smoothie is:

• Vibrant
• Juicy
• Refreshing
• Quick and easy to make
• Naturally sweet and balanced
• Delicious

Ingredient notes

If you haven’t tried beets in a smoothie before, raw beets work very well when peeled and chopped. A high-speed blender will handle whole pieces easily; if your blender is less powerful, chop or grate the beet before blending.

This smoothie uses:

• Raw beet — peeled and chopped
• Banana — use frozen for a thicker, colder texture
• Orange — peeled and sectioned
• Frozen mixed berries — strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries all work well
• Water or coconut water — coconut water adds a touch more sweetness
• Ice (optional) — add a few cubes if you want a frostier smoothie

How to make the smoothie

This recipe is straightforward and fast — you only need five ingredients and a blender. If using a less powerful blender, cut the beet into small pieces first.

Step-by-step

Step 1: Prep ingredients

Peel and chop the beet, peel and segment the orange, peel the banana and break it into pieces, and measure the frozen berries and water (or coconut water).

Step 2: Blend

Place all ingredients in the blender and blend on high until completely smooth. Add a few ice cubes or a frozen banana if you want the texture colder and thicker.

Step 3: Serve

Pour the smoothie into two glasses and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and color.

What fruit pairs well with beets?

Beets are slightly sweet but also earthy, so bright, tangy fruit is a great contrast. Berries, banana, and citrus highlight the beet’s flavor and keep the smoothie balanced and refreshing.

Ingredients

• 1 small beet, peeled and chopped (about 1/2 cup)
• 1 banana, peeled and cut into pieces (use frozen for a thicker texture)
• 1 orange, peeled and segmented
• 1 cup mixed frozen berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries)
• 1 1/2 cups water or coconut water
• Ice cubes, optional

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to the blender and blend on high until smooth.
2. Pour into two glasses and enjoy immediately.

Vibrant Beet and Berry Smoothie – Made with 5 ingredients!

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• Author: Nyssa Tanner
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 2 smoothies
• Diet: Vegan