Power-Boosting Beets

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
57%
Power-Boosting Beets
45 min.
1
512kcal

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Are you ready to supercharge your meals with a vibrant and nutritious side dish? Introducing Power-Boosting Beets, a delightful blend of fresh fruits and vegetables that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fuels your body with essential nutrients. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their diet with a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free option that packs a punch!

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a refreshing juice that combines the natural sweetness of apples with the earthy richness of beets, complemented by the crispness of carrots, celery, and cucumber. Each sip is a burst of flavor and energy, making it an ideal accompaniment to any meal or a revitalizing snack on its own.

What makes this recipe truly special is the health benefits it offers. Beets are known for their high sugar content, providing a quick energy boost, while also being rich in folates, vitamin C, and potassium. These nutrients work together to support your overall health, helping to regulate blood pressure and nerve function.

So, grab your juicer and some fresh produce, and let’s create a deliciously healthy drink that not only looks stunning but also nourishes your body from the inside out. With Power-Boosting Beets, you’ll be well on your way to feeling energized and revitalized!

Ingredients

  •  apples such as pippin, halved
  •  beets halved
  • large carrots halved
  •  celery stalks halved
  • inch cucumber 
  • 0.3 cup walnut pieces finely

Equipment

  • toothpicks
  • juicer

Directions

  1. Mix it up
  2. Cut two wafer-thin slices off one of the beet halves and reserve. Feed the beet and carrots, then the celery and cucumber, and finally the apples through a juicer. Stir in the walnuts. Fill a glass halfway with ice (if using), then pour in the juice. Thread the beet slices through a toothpick, lay it on top of the glass, and serve immediately.
  3. Sweet beet
  4. Beet has one of the highest sugar levels of any vegetable, with the equivalent of 1 teaspoon of natural fruit sugar in each 4-ounce portion of beets, so it gives a great energy boost. It also contains folates, vitamin C, and potassium, which help to regulate blood pressure and nerve function.
  5. Reprinted with permission from The Juice Bar: 80 Recipes to Boost Health by Sara Lewis. Photographs by Haraala Hamilton. Copyright © Parragon Books Ltd 201
  6. Published by Love Food, an imprint of Parragon Books Ltd.

Nutrition Facts

Calories512kcal
Protein6.79%
Fat32.85%
Carbs60.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
209.83
Glycemic Load
25.4
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
30.259565239367%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
6.51mg
Peonidin
0.07mg
Catechin
4.73mg
Epigallocatechin
0.95mg
Epicatechin
27.41mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.69mg
Apigenin
0.23mg
Luteolin
1.29mg
Kaempferol
0.87mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
15.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:511.86kcal
25.59%
Fat:20.34g
31.29%
Saturated Fat:1.99g
12.43%
Carbohydrates:84.06g
28.02%
Net Carbohydrates:64.58g
23.48%
Sugar:56.71g
63.01%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:238.01mg
10.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.46g
18.91%
Vitamin A:24352.75IU
487.05%
Manganese:1.88mg
94.17%
Fiber:19.48g
77.93%
Folate:249.3µg
62.32%
Potassium:1539.98mg
44%
Vitamin C:34.07mg
41.29%
Copper:0.76mg
37.88%
Vitamin B6:0.62mg
31.17%
Magnesium:120.9mg
30.23%
Vitamin K:30.84µg
29.37%
Phosphorus:260.23mg
26.02%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.72%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.26%
Iron:3.06mg
17%
Vitamin B3:2.65mg
13.25%
Zinc:1.99mg
13.25%
Calcium:128.18mg
12.82%
Vitamin E:1.9mg
12.66%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.68%
Selenium:2.76µg
3.95%
Source:Epicurious