Heart Power Cherry Beet Smoothie

I’m always looking for ways to incorporate beets into my diet. They are full of goodness, one of those things being naturally occurring nitrates. Plant-sourced nitrates go through a couple of conversions in our bodies to form nitric oxide, a powerful neurotransmitter needed for optimal circulation and overall heart health. I like to buy organic beets cooked and vacuum-sealed, such as the Love Beets brand. Keeping those on hand makes this smoothie easy to whip up in just a few minutes. I use a Vitamix blender to get all of my ingredients really smooth and pureed, but use whatever high-powered blender you have.

This zingy, deep red smoothie is a new fav in our home and a huge hit with all three of my toddlers, two of which are beet-avoidant. So, give it a go, serve it to your whole family and enjoy! If you make this and love it, remember to share it in your Instagram stories and tag me @theglowblueprint.

Makes 2 16 oz. servings

Ingredients

1 small cooked beet, about 1/3 cup

1 1/2 cups frozen dark red cherries

1 whole orange, peeled

Juice of 1/2 lemon

Water to desired consistency, I use about 1 cup

Add all ingredients to your blender and blend until smooth, creamy, and your desired consistency. Divide and serve. Enjoy!