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Red Velvet Beet Smoothie | Mountain Cravings
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Red Velvet Beet Smoothie

Roasted beets & cherries blend with coconut milk & cocoa powder for a deep, rich raspberry color that's perfect for your Valentine!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 oz.
Calories: 319kcal
Author: Mountain Cravings

Ingredients

  • 2 medium beets peeled & roughly chopped, greens set aside
  • 1 cup frozen cherries
  • 15 oz. light coconut milk
  • 2 T. cocoa powder
  • 1 T. chia seeds
  • 1 t. honey
  • 1 t. vanilla
  • cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

Roasting Beets (optional)

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Roast the chopped beets on a foil-lined sheet for 25-30 minutes, until soft.

Smoothies

  • Blend beets, beet greens, cherries, coconut milk, cocoa powder, chia seeds, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Run a damp paper towel around the edge of your serving glasses and roll the edges in cocoa powder.
  • Pour smoothies into glasses and enjoy!