5 Ways to Use Beetroot Powder Beyond Smoothies

You bought beetroot powder for your morning smoothie. Good start — but that jar can do so much more. Here are five ways to use it that you probably haven't tried.

1. Nature's pink food colour

A pinch of beetroot powder turns frosting, yoghurt, latte art or pancake batter a gorgeous natural pink — no artificial dye required. Start small; a little goes a long way.

2. A vibrant baking boost

Stir into muffin, pancake or red-velvet batter for colour and an earthy-sweet note, plus a quiet nutrition upgrade.

3. A savoury seasoning

Whisk into hummus, salad dressings or dips for colour and a subtle earthiness. It is lovely streaked through a labneh or a soft cheese.

4. Homemade energy bites

Blend into date-and-oat energy balls for a pre-walk or pre-gym snack that carries beetroot's natural nitrates (see our pre-workout guide).

5. A rosy DIY face mask

Mix a little beetroot powder with yoghurt or honey for a brightening weekend mask — antioxidants and a pretty glow. Patch test first.

One clean ingredient

Because it goes in food and on skin, quality counts. Our Asuka Organic Beetroot Powder is pure USDA Organic beetroot, finely milled, nothing added. Explore Asuka superfoods →

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