Healthy Red Wellness Shots With Beetroot, Blueberries & Ginger
These Healthy Red Wellness Shots combine earthy beetroot, antioxidant-rich blueberries, fresh ginger and zesty lemon to create a vibrant, refreshing homemade drink. Naturally colourful and bursting with fruity flavour, these easy blender shots are a simple way to add more fruit and vegetables to your daily routine. Enjoy fresh as part of a balanced, nourishing lifestyle!
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 1 medium raw beetroot, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1 small piece fresh ginger (about 1/2 inch), peeled
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 small apple, chopped (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1/2-3/4 cup cold water, (or coconut water) as needed
- 1 teaspoon honey, optional
- 1 scoop unflavoured or vanilla protein powder, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients. Wash the beetroot, blueberries, apple and ginger thoroughly. Peel the beetroot and ginger, then chop them into small pieces to make blending easier.Add to the blender. Place the beetroot, blueberries, ginger, lemon juice, apple (if using) and ½ cup of cold water into a high-speed blender.Blend until smooth. Blend for 60–90 seconds, adding more water as needed to help the ingredients breakdown.Add the protein powder (optional). If using protein powder, add it after the initial blend and blend again until fully incorporated.Strain the mixture. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve or nut-milk bag into a jug. Use a spoon to press the mixture gently and extract as much liquid as possible.Taste and adjust. Add a little extra lemon juice for tanginess or a small amount of honey if you would prefer a sweeter shot.Pour and serve. Divide between four small glasses and enjoy immediately.StorageBest enjoyed fresh: Drink soon after preparation for the best flavour.Refrigerator: Store in a clean, airtight container and refrigerate promptly at 4°C or below. Ideally, consume within 24 hours.Important: If adding protein powder, shake or stir well before serving, as some powders may settle.Blended Bites Tip: Wear an apron when preparing beetroot, as its vibrant colour can stain hands, clothing and kitchen surfaces!