I am always looking for ideas to help my lovies eat better. It is sometimes hard to find things that do not have scary ingredients in them. As my older lovie grows I am trying to get her to give new foods a chance. There are some foods I am not sad she has no interest in, like hot dogs and the like. However, I would like her to branch out to healthy sources of lean protein a bit. I do not mean to complain too much because she is a really great eater as is my little mister. However, I still always add in extra healthy ingredients whenever I can. 🙂
I am also trying to work on finding a balance with starting to allow her to have occasional treats like other kids her age. I try to keep it within healthier options like frozen yogurt and chocolate frozen bananas or homemade baked goods. I really cringe at the thought of candy but I try and allow her to enjoy a little on special occasions like parties or holidays. I admittedly struggle with wanting to keep her within a protective natural food bubble but I know I must slowly relent within reason and empower her to make healthy choices as she grows. *Fingers crossed*
I will also continue to get away with all the extra nutrients I can for as long as I can. 😉 Now to the smoothie. Don’t let the Beets deter you from this delicious smoothie. I have it on Toddler (2 and 4 yr old) authority that this smoothie ROCKS. 🙂 My little mister actually cried once when his smoothie was done. I came up with this while messing around with combinations in the kitchen. Give it a try and you will be happy you did. 🙂
Ingredients
2 Tbsp Roasted Beets*
1 Frozen Banana*
1 cup Frozen Strawberries*
3 cups Milk (I used Vanilla Soy)
Directions
- Add all ingredients to blender
- Blend until smooth
- Enjoy 🙂
Notes
- To roast beets wash and lightly wrap in tin foil with a tent on 400 degrees for about an hour. Puree the Beets and spoon into an ice cube tray to freeze. I used 2 cubes for the smoothie. I freeze all the fruit to eliminate the need for ice.
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Yum! I just made an apple, beet, and carrot juice. Can’t get over the vibrant colors!
That sounds yummy. Yes the beets give the most gorgeous color! 🙂
Nicole, this looks like a delicious way to start the day. We love roasted beets in our house.
Thank you Nicky! 🙂 My little ones flip for this smoothie.
What a beautiful and healthy smoothie! Have a great day!
Hi Katarina!
Thank you so much. Have a great day. 🙂
Looks so good– I would never think to try beets 🙂
Thank you Elizabeth! 🙂