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Fiber-rich smoothie with vitamin C, provitamin A and chia-derived healthy fats
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Beet, cucumber, carrot, lemon, parsley and chia smoothie (240 g) has 118 calories. That works out to 49 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.7 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 6.2 g of fiber. Its 139.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 116% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
118
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
19.7g
· 7% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
6.2g
· 22% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 13% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.43 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 30 g | 15 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 300 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 157 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 245 kcal |
Calculated from 49 calories per 100 g.
Blend beet, cucumber, carrot, lemon juice, parsley, chia seeds and enough water to reach your preferred consistency. Drink it unstrained to keep the blended vegetable and chia fiber in the smoothie.
It tastes earthy and gently sweet from the beet and carrot, with fresh, tangy notes from the cucumber, lemon and parsley. Add water to mellow the flavor, or more lemon for extra brightness.
Yes, it can be a nourishing drink, providing fiber along with vitamin C, provitamin A and fats from chia. It can complement a varied diet, but it is not a treatment or a substitute for medical care.
It does not cause weight loss on its own. Its fiber may help you feel satisfied, but replacing meals with it or adding it on top of your usual intake does not guarantee weight loss.
No, it does not detox the body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; this smoothie is simply a way to have blended vegetables, lemon and chia as part of your diet.
Yes, beet pigments can temporarily make urine or stool look pink or reddish in some people. If the change continues after you stop eating beet, or comes with pain or other symptoms, seek medical advice.
No, soaking is not necessary if you blend the chia seeds into the smoothie. They absorb liquid over time and thicken the drink, so blend again or add water if a stored smoothie becomes too thick.
No, straining is optional. Leaving the pulp in keeps more of the vegetables’ and chia’s fiber in the drink; strain it only if you prefer a smoother texture.
It is best freshly blended, but you can keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a day. Chia thickens as it sits, so shake it well and add water if needed.
Yes, you can drink it before a workout if it sits comfortably in your stomach. Its fiber and chia may feel heavy for some people, so leave time to digest or choose a smaller serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
139.2µg · 116% DV
Vitamin A
864µg · 96% DV
Vitamin C
33.6mg · 37% DV
Biotin
4.32µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
612mg · 18% DV
Magnesium
67mg · 16% DV
Sodium
82mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 118 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Beet, cucumber, carrot, lemon, parsley and chia smoothie blends fresh vegetables, herbs, citrus and chia seeds into a drink. It is a contemporary, adaptable smoothie rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and can be made at home with the ingredients blended raw.
Beet and carrot bring earthy sweetness, while cucumber keeps the flavour fresh, lemon adds tang and parsley gives it a green, herbal note. Chia thickens the texture as it sits. Serve it chilled for breakfast or as a snack; it also pairs well with toast, eggs or a simple sandwich. The smoothie provides fibre, vitamin C and fats from chia. For a thinner, lighter drink, add water and blend again.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.