Berry Beet Banana Smoothie – Hilton Head Health
Hilton Head Health is a destination health resort in an elegant facility on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, surrounded by all the natural beauty of a Lowcountry island getaway. The program guides you to achieving your weight loss, wellness and longevity goals with programs focusing on fitness, nutrition and SELF (Stress management, Empowerment, Longevity, and Fulfillment). Guests benefit from a community of supportive dieticians, psychologists, wellness educators, fitness trainers, chefs and spa therapists, and graduates continue their lifestyle change with the H3@Home program and receive continued support and structure at home.
At this South Carolina weight loss spa, guests enjoy a meal plan with delicious flavors and realistic portions. The Chef and Culinary Team have created a low-calorie, healthy gourmet cuisine with an emphasis on local and natural ingredients to ensure a well-balanced weight loss diet. One of the popular recipes served is this BERRY BEET BANANA SMOOTHIE. The H3 Healthy Kitchen’s Berry Beet Smoothie is the perfect addition to any healthy breakfast. The bright, beautiful color is fun to look at but it’s even better for you! Your body will thank you for the nutrients!
Ingredients
- 2 whole beets - scrubbed and peeled
- 2 cups fresh blueberies - washed (or from frozen)
- ½ cup banana - mashed
- 2 cups pomegranate juice - no sugar added
- 1 cup Ice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Wrap whole peeled beets in aluminum foil.
- Cook beets in preheated oven for 45 minutes or until fork tender.
- Let beets cool.
- In a blender, combine roasted cooled beets, blueberries, banana, juice, and ice.
- Blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Karla Williams is the Executive Chef for Hilton Head Health in South Carolina. A graduate from The Chef’s Academy in Indianapolis, Karla’s past experience includes Culinary Intern and Sous Chef at H3, as well as Sous Chef at Kona Grill in Carmel, Indiana. Chef Karla has been featured live on the Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family Show. In addition to her love for nutrition and healthy cooking, Karla enjoys teaching part-time fitness classes. Her passion for living a well-balanced healthy lifestyle is apparent in her cooking demonstrations at Hilton Head Health.