Anyone who knows me knows of my very real and extremely irrational phobia of beetroot. However, my studies in nutrition have (unfortunately…) led me to the healing powers of beetroot time and time again and it’s become impossible to ignore. For me, juicing is the best way to get this scary-ass veg into me as I can shot it down like tequila (of which I’m well practiced) but any way you can get some beet into you the better! Beets contain the phytonutrient betalains, which give the veg its powerful liver detox action, as well as it’s pretty colour and anti-inflammatory action. They are also incredibly high in antioxidants to assist the body in healing and repair.
Makes 500mls – 2 serves
NOTE: You will need a juicer & blender to make this recipe.
- 125gm beetroot (~1 medium beet), cut into quarters
- 250gm carrots, (~4 medium carrots)
- 1 orange, peeled
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric. If you can get your hands on fresh, even better! Simply grate in 1 teaspoon.
- 125gm strawberries (half punnet)
- Ice to serve – optional
Preparation:
Juice the beetroot, carrot and orange. Place the prepared juice into blender with the turmeric, strawberries and a little ice if desired and blitz until smooth.
Photography by Yasemin Erdodu