Hello antioxidants! Forget about green smoothies… This antioxidant and vitamin-rich combo is sure to brighten up your day! I chose to add a scoop of plant-based protein powder, but you can leave this out if you prefer.
Ingredients:
1 small red beet (about ½ cup), peeled and coarsely chopped
1 carrot (about ½ cup), peeled and coarsely chopped
1 small sweet apple, coarsely chopped
1 tbsp of freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ tsp minced fresh ginger
1 tbsp black strap molasses
½ scoop of vanilla protein powder (optional)pinch of cinnamon
Read more about the health benefits of beets
Directions:
Steam beets and carrots until tender, about 10 minutes. Let cool to room temperature. Combine beets, carrot, apple, lemon juice, ginger, protein powder and 1½ cups of water in a blender. Blend until smooth. Top off with your favorite nuts, seeds, berries, and cinnamon. Enjoy!
