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Vitamin C- and fiber-rich smoothie with omega-3 from chia
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Beetroot, orange, ginger, lemon and chia smoothie (250 g) has 158 calories. That works out to 63 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.3 g of carbs, 4 g of protein, 3.5 g of fat and 6.8 g of fiber. Its 60 mg of Vitamin C covers 67% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
158
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
30.3g
· 11% DV
Protein
4g
· 8% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
6.8g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 9% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 158 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.38 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 60 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% |
| Protein | 4 g | 8% |
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) | 250 g | 158 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 180 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 200 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 300 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 221 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 400 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 315 kcal |
Calculated from 63 calories per 100 g.
Blend peeled beetroot with orange, a little fresh ginger, lemon juice, chia seeds and enough water to reach your preferred consistency. Taste before serving and adjust the citrus or ginger; chia thickens the drink as it stands.
Either works. Raw beetroot gives the smoothie a stronger, earthier flavour and needs a powerful blender; cooked, cooled beetroot blends more easily and tastes milder. Peel and wash raw beetroot before blending.
It tastes earthy and slightly sweet from the beetroot and orange, with a sharp citrus note and warming ginger. For a milder flavour, use less ginger or add more orange; lemon makes the drink noticeably tangier.
Yes, but it is freshest shortly after blending. Store it in a sealed container in the refrigerator and drink it within a day; chia will absorb liquid and thicken the smoothie, so shake or stir it before drinking.
Yes. Chia seeds absorb liquid and turn the smoothie thicker as it rests. Blend them in for an even texture, or stir them in afterward for a more noticeable texture; add water if the drink becomes too thick.
Beetroot contains dietary nitrates that may modestly lower blood pressure for some people, but this smoothie is not a treatment. If you take blood-pressure medication or have low blood pressure, ask your clinician before making it a daily habit.
Use cooked beetroot, which has a milder flavour, and let the orange provide more sweetness. A little extra lemon can brighten the taste, while reducing the ginger avoids adding more pungency; added sugar is usually unnecessary.
Yes, it can be a convenient pre-workout drink, particularly if you allow time to digest it. Chia adds texture and fibre, so a large serving immediately before exercise may feel uncomfortable for some people.
It can. Beetroot pigments may temporarily give urine or stool a reddish colour after drinking the smoothie. If the colour appears without recent beetroot intake or does not go away, seek medical advice rather than assuming beetroot is the cause.
Yes, freeze it in an airtight, freezer-safe container, leaving room for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator and blend or shake it well before drinking, since freezing and thawing can separate the ingredients and change the chia texture.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
60mg · 67% DV
Folate
50µg · 13% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B6
0.15mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.45mg · 20% DV
Magnesium
70mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
525mg · 15% DV
Sodium
60mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 158 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 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.
Beetroot, orange, ginger, lemon and chia smoothie blends beetroot with citrus, fresh ginger and chia seeds. The beetroot brings an earthy note and vivid colour, while orange and lemon add brightness; ginger gives the drink a gentle warmth. Chia thickens the mixture as it stands, so you can adjust the consistency with water.
It works well chilled at breakfast or as a refreshing snack, whether made at home or bought ready to drink. The fruit and vegetables contribute vitamin C and fibre, and chia adds plant-based omega-3. For a lighter, less sweet version, use water to thin it and skip added sweetener; a small glass alongside toast or a savoury breakfast is an easy way to serve it.
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
0.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.