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    Published: Jan 24, 2017 · Modified: Mar 11, 2022 by Stephanie McKercher, RDN · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

    Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie

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    By posting this Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie recipe I am entering the #WildYourSmoothie recipe contest sponsored by the Wild Blueberry Association of North America and I am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.

    This healthy Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie is a colorful and nutritious way to start your day with an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast! Dairy-free.

    Did you know that even though it may be freezing outside, smoothies are actually most popular during the winter months? Could be related to New Year's resolutions for some but as I sit here in snowy Colorado, sipping on my smoothie in my extra warm onesie pajamas - don't judge, I'm writing this on a Friday - I get it.

    Smoothies are just delicious anytime of the year.

    This healthy Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie is a colorful and nutritious way to start your day with an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast! Dairy-free.

    My favorite smoothies are packed with flavor, so frozen wild blueberries are and obvious choice and something I toss into my blender constantly. I'm a serious berry lover but nothing - not even regular/cultivated blueberries - can compare to the punch of flavor from the wild variety.

    This healthy Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie is a colorful and nutritious way to start your day with an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast! Dairy-free.

    Wild blueberries grow naturally right in the barrens and fields of Maine and Eastern Canada, just like they have for the past 10,000 years(!) and because they're truly wild, they're also more genetically diverse than cultivated blueberries. This diversity is directly linked to the wild blueberry's intense mix of sweet and tart flavors that couldn't be more perfect for smoothies.

    This healthy Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie is a colorful and nutritious way to start your day with an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast! Dairy-free.

    Along with added flavor, smoothies made with wild blueberries tend to be packed with more nutrition too. (Bonus points if you toss in a handful of sweet and earthy beets like I did!)  Wild blueberries have twice the antioxidant potential of regular blueberries and are quick-frozen right at harvest to maintain freshness - like nature's pause button for locking in all that flavor and goodness. 🙂

    This healthy Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie is a colorful and nutritious way to start your day with an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast! Dairy-free.99% of the wild blueberry crop is frozen in this way, so there's no excuse not to try them - even if you can't make a trip out to Maine or Eastern Canada this year. I found mine right in the frozen fruit aisle at our local Safeway supermarket and have come across them at a number of grocery stores throughout the Denver area. (Just double check that the package says wild!)

    This healthy Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie is a colorful and nutritious way to start your day with an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast! Dairy-free.

    You know, I'm so down for a trip to Maine or Eastern Canada, but for now, I'll just sip on my wild blueberry smoothie and spend a few moments looking out our snowy Colorado mountain window. Some days are just better spent in onesie pajamas anyway. 😉

    This healthy Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie is a colorful and nutritious way to start your day with an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast! Dairy-free.

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    Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie

    This healthy Wild Blueberry Beet Smoothie is a colorful and nutritious way to start your day with an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast!
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    Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Smoothie, Snack
    Cuisine: dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 -2
    Author: Stephanie McKercher, RDN

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup frozen wild blueberries plus additional for topping if desired
    • 1 cup unsweetened soy milk or milk of choice
    • ½ cup frozen diced beets use diced fresh beets if you don't have frozen
    • ¼ cup rolled oats use gluten-free if needed
    • ¼ cup coconut cream or culinary coconut milk substitute with yogurt if desired
    • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

    Instructions

    • Add ingredients to a blender and blend on high until smooth and creamy, gradually adding additional milk if you prefer a thinner, more drinkable consistency. Transfer to a glass and top with additional wild blueberries if desired. Enjoy!
    Tried this recipe? Tag me on Instagram!Mention @GratefulGrazer or tag #gratefulgrazer.

    Do you drink more smoothies during the winter or the summer?

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    1. Elisa says

      April 06, 2018 at 6:00 am

      Oh my goodness. I just made this. Didn’t have coconut milk just added more almond. The cinnamon and ginger are such wonderful notes with beetutiful smoothie!! My mind is blown. I feel like I can conquer the world! Thank you for sharing!!

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        April 06, 2018 at 8:34 am

        Ha thanks, Elisa! I'm so happy you enjoyed it. I love those flavors together, too!

        Reply
    2. Mike says

      April 04, 2017 at 3:46 pm

      I really like the idea of beet smoothies, Would you recommend any other pairing besides the blue berries to accompany this colourful root?

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        April 04, 2017 at 7:13 pm

        Thanks Mike! All berries would be delicious and apples would be a great too. I'd also love to try something like frozen mango with beets - let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    3. Sarah B. says

      April 04, 2017 at 9:55 am

      Interesting question for you: Should the beets be cooked before they are used in your smoothie?

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        April 04, 2017 at 10:15 am

        Hi Sarah! The beets I used were raw - I used frozen cascadian farms brand. It should also work with cooked beets, I'd love to hear how it goes if you try it! 🙂

        Reply
    4. AW says

      April 04, 2017 at 8:53 am

      This looks great and I would not have thought of adding beets. So, I have to ask, how do you prepare the beets? Are they raw and peeled? Thank you for the idea.

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        April 04, 2017 at 10:14 am

        Hi AW! The beets I used were peeled and raw - I bought them pre-frozen (cascadian farms is the brand). It should also work with cooked beets, I'd love to hear how it goes if you try it! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Edwina Clark says

      March 31, 2017 at 11:48 am

      This looks phenomenal! Love the creative use of beets and the color!

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        March 31, 2017 at 12:47 pm

        Thanks so much Edwina! Enjoy!

        Reply
    6. Grizzy says

      March 03, 2017 at 6:33 pm

      Hi
      Beautiful photos! I don't mean to sound corny (yeah I'm a Jersey girl) but man your photos look like you can reach out and grab a mug.
      Heading out tomorrow in search of wild berries. Love beets.

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        March 15, 2017 at 10:00 am

        haha thanks so much, Grizzy! 🙂 Hope you enjoy the smoothie, let me know how it turned out! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Jenny Dunklee says

      January 24, 2017 at 2:18 pm

      Wow, I'd never of thought of beets in a smoothie. That color is to die for and I bet it tastes awesome too.

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        February 13, 2017 at 11:37 am

        Thanks Jenny! Between the wild blueberries and beets there's so much color and flavor! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Tawnie Kroll says

      January 24, 2017 at 7:00 am

      aaaand just realized we titled our smoothies the same thing lol

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        February 13, 2017 at 11:37 am

        haha seriously, great minds think alike! 😉

        Reply
    9. Tawnie Kroll says

      January 24, 2017 at 6:57 am

      These pictures are amazing !!!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        February 13, 2017 at 11:36 am

        Thanks Tawnie! 🙂

        Reply

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