This 4-ingredient Beet Smoothie with Cherries contains nutritious kefir and no added sugar. Enjoy as part of a healthy breakfast or snack anytime.
I am a huge fan of beetroot but until now I’ve only used it boiled, braised or roasted. Never raw. Raw beetroot is very tough so it doesn’t necessarily make the best salad ingredient. But it works in a smoothie!
This Beet Smoothie with Cherries and Kefir is a delicious, healthy way to start your day. I used frozen cherries so the smoothie doesn’t need to be chilled before serving. Plus it can be enjoyed any time, not just when cherries are in season. Cherries are tangy and sweet, so are ideal to pair with earthy tasting beetroot.
I added an apple into this beetroot smoothie for extra sweetness. If you are using a powerful blender simply core the apple and add into the smoothie unpeeled.
Beet smoothie with kefir
Kefir is one of the most delicious dairy products I know. It tastes fantastic on its own, is smooth and creamy, less acidic than yogurt, and with a touch of fizz, which really adds to its appeal. It’s simply ideal in smoothies, but not only. I use it also in baking, with great results. It worked fantastically in this cauliflower and cheese scones recipe, as well as my healthy chocolate buttermilk banana cake.
Not only is kefir delicious it is also super nutritious. 100 ml of kefir contains only 3 g of fat and 3.9 g sugar. It contains a substantial amount of protein and important minerals such as phosphorus, potassium and calcium, as well as vitamins. It’s been around for 2 thousand years (believed to have originated in the Caucasus) and it’s finally becoming popular in the western hemisphere (about time!). We are definitely late bloomers when it comes to embracing what’s good for us.
Final note
This beet smoothie is semi-sweet but you can add a drop of maple or agave syrup if you like. Also make sure you are using a good blender so that your smoothie isn’t grainy. I used my fantastic Optimum VAC2 Air Vacuum Blender, which not only produces silky smooth textures but also minimizes oxidisation. So it preserves the nutritional value and flavour of ingredients. You may want to read my brief review of this blender (get also my Special Readers Offer).
More smoothie recipes
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Quinoa Raspberry Smoothie Bowl with Cacao
Be sure to also check out my post on how to eat more vegetables for breakfast!
- 1 medium beet peeled, cubed
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- 1 medium sweet apple peeled or not, cored, chopped
- 1.25 cup kefir use less for a thicker smoothie
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To make the smoothie place all the ingredients in your blender and puree until silky smooth. If you are using Optimum VAC2 Vacuum Air Blender simply press the 'smoothie' function. Serve immediately. Keep refrigerated in a bottle or jar. Consume within 2 days.
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I am bringing this Beet Smoothie with Cherries and Kefir to #CookBlogShare, hosted this week by Recipes Made Easy. Also sharing with G2BGF and Fiesta Friday, co-hosted this week by Suzanne @ apuginthekitchen and Kat @ Kat’s 9 Lives.
What a gorgeous looking smoothie…it have a vibrant color
Thank you Lathiya, beet is great for adding lots of colour!
I absolutely love the idea if this Kefir smoothie, I make my own dairy free kefir with water and molasses sugar.I really want to make the dairy free version using coconut milk as I know it grows far more bacteria and is supposed to taste amazing…this smoothie has given me the kick I needed to make it now, the colours are awesome! Thank you for linking up with #Got2bGF Monika xxx
You are welcome Rebecca! Coconut kefir sounds amazing, I am sure it’s delicious, I haven’t seen any in the shops though, I wonder if anyone makes it… I’ll look into making my own.
Beautiful and healthful!! Thank you for bringing to the party!!
Thank you! Happy FF!
I haven’t tried beetroot in a smoothie yet but it sounds delicious and especially with the apple and cherries to make it a little sweeter. It’s one of those vegetables that I like but I don’t really use very often. I need to make an effort to try this though.
Thanks Corina, it does go well with the fruit.
I have tried beetroot raw in juices and it’s one of the few things I really don’t like. I find it too overpowering and earthy. But I wonder if I would prefer it in a smoothie, with more sweeter/creamy flavours like yours – I imagine they temper the flavour of the beetroot and stop it being so overpowering. Must try and find out! Eb x
I agree beetroot can be a little overpowering, but this smoothie has a pretty mild beetroot flavour, you’d like it:)
Never tasted Kafir witll try this recipe. Thanks for paosting to Fiesta Friday. Happy New Year !
Kefir is yummy, try it! Happy New Year to you too!
this is the best smoothie I have had this year
This smoothie is so pretty! I enjoy smoothies often, and I will have to consider making a pink smoothie in the near future! Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday!
Thank you! I love colour in my food, which is why beetroot is one of my favourite vegetables.
I like the sound of this. Im really getting a bit of a taste for Kafir,
Happy New Year and thank you for linking to #CookBlogShare.
Thank you Jacqui, Happy New Year to you too!