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Vitamin A- and folate-rich antioxidant smoothie
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie (250 g) has 98 calories. That works out to 39 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.5 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 4.8 g of fiber. Its 900 µg of Vitamin A covers 100% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
98
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
18.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
1.3g
· 2% DV
Fiber
4.8g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 18% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 145 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
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 | 98 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 39 kcal |
| 8 tablespoon (medium) | 120 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 200 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 300 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 195 kcal |
Calculated from 39 calories per 100 g.
Blend chopped beet and carrot with washed sorrel and enough water or another liquid to reach your preferred texture. Add the spirulina and blend again until smooth. Start with a small amount of spirulina, since its earthy, sea-like flavour can quickly dominate.
A beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie tastes earthy and lightly sweet, with a tart note from the sorrel and a sea-like edge from the spirulina. If the spirulina flavour is too strong, add it gradually rather than trying to mask a large amount.
Either works in a beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie. Raw beet gives a fresher, earthier result and blends more easily when finely chopped; cooked beet makes the drink softer and sweeter. Let cooked beet cool before blending.
Yes, beet greens can replace sorrel in a beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie, but they lack sorrel’s distinctive tang. Add a squeeze of lemon if you want to bring back some of that brightness, and use tender, well-washed leaves.
The beet and spirulina can make a beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie taste especially earthy, particularly if you add a lot of spirulina. Use less spirulina, include enough liquid, and add a little lemon to brighten the overall flavour.
You can make a beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie ahead, but it tastes freshest right after blending. If you prepare it the night before, refrigerate it in a tightly sealed container and shake or stir it well before drinking, since it may separate.
It can: beet pigments in a beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie may temporarily make urine or stool look pink or reddish. This is usually harmless. If the colour persists or comes with pain or other symptoms, seek medical advice rather than assuming beet is the cause.
A beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie can be a light option before exercise, but its fibre may feel uncomfortable if you drink it immediately before a workout. Try it at a time that suits your digestion, and drink water as well.
People prone to calcium oxalate kidney stones should be cautious with a beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie because beet and sorrel contain oxalates. The right advice depends on your stone type and diet, so ask your clinician or dietitian before making it a regular drink.
A beet, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie can accompany a meal, but on its own it may not keep you full for long because it contains little protein and fat. Pair it with a protein-rich food, such as eggs, yogurt or tofu, if you want it to serve as part of breakfast.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
900µg · 100% DV
Vitamin K
45µg · 38% DV
Folate
120µg · 30% DV
Vitamin C
26.25mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.55mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
713mg · 21% DV
Magnesium
80mg · 19% DV
Sodium
145mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 98 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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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, carrot, sorrel and spirulina smoothie blends earthy root vegetables with leafy sorrel and a small amount of spirulina. It is a contemporary, plant-based drink rather than a traditional recipe tied to one particular place; the ingredients are blended together for a smooth, colourful result.
Beet and carrot bring gentle sweetness, sorrel adds a tart edge, and spirulina contributes a distinctive grassy note. Serve it chilled for breakfast or as a snack, or enjoy it as a refreshing drink on a warm day. At 39 calories per 100 g, it is a light option, with fibre and naturally occurring folate from its plant ingredients. If you prefer a milder flavour, use less sorrel and thin the smoothie with water.
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
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.