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The South Pacific Smoothie
is not only a tasty, tropical
treat, it is chock full of
vitamins and nutrients. Pair
that with a Fruits and Roots
flatbread and that’s quite a
wholesome combo.
re-energized and it’s always so refreshing. You can taste the
purity, care and goodness of the ingredients.”
SMOOTH AND JUICY
The Root Juice is served in a 12 oz. bottle and contains
carrot, golden beet, red beet, cucumber, turmeric, ginger and
lemon. The combination is power packed with vitamins that
are great for boosting immunity, detoxifying and nourishing
the body.
The cafe also offers a wide variety of smoothies, smoothie
bowls and oat bowls. All smoothies are made with oats, date
and its house-made cashew mylk. Patrons are encouraged to
add superfoods such as spirulina powder or protein such as
almond butter, to any of the items.
The South Pacific smoothie is a palate-pleasing combination
of pineapple, mango, orange, banana and chia. Blended
with fresh ingredients, it is garnished with shredded coconut.
“When we are able, we try to buy local, such as collards
or salad greens from CoLab Farms,” Eichling says. “We buy
most of our products from Jack Scalisi Wholesale Fruit and
Customers can enjoy the outdoor eating area at the restaurant year-round.
Produce as they have an excellent amount of organic produce
offerings, which is very important to me.”
Looking for something hearty? Try the Black Bean Burger,
which is made fresh and cooked to order. It has black beans,
mushrooms, veggies, seeds and grains and is topped with
pickles, red onion, lettuce and special sauce served on a bun.
“Sometimes I think the word vegan scares people off,
but we really just serve good food that also happens to be
vegan,” Eichling says. “We are making food that’s not only
healthy for you and better for the environment, but it’s also
so tasty. “
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
As plant-based diets become more popular, many ingredients
have become more easily accessible, such as tempeh or
tofu. And it’s nothing new that fruits and veggies play a vital
role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
The Fruits and Roots menu has something for every type of
taste. Its Buffalo Cauliflower Flatbread is a crowd-pleaser and
the cauliflower is often mistaken for actual buffalo chicken.
The thin and crispy flatbread has a roasted garlic spread
that is then topped with a buffalo-tossed cauliflower, sliced
celery, carrots and red onion. What makes this flatbread extra
mouthwatering, is the drizzle of cashew cream, parsley and
house Parmesan.
While things slowed down for a short time during the
quarantine in 2020, Eichling says that they continued to do
delivery orders until they reopened for in-person service in
the summer.
“We have a very loyal base of customers who enjoy the
fresh food,” Eichling says. “Without them, things may not
have been so great. They kept us very busy during the pandemic.
We love our regulars and it’s great they love our food
so much.”
What started out as a vision to provide fresh salads and
smoothies for locals has blossomed into one of the Treasure
Coast’s most well-known vegan restaurants. Not only is
every item made with the freshest ingredients, it is also made
with the utmost care and exciting, new flavors.
IF YOU GO …
Fruits and Roots Juice Bar and Vegan Café
710 S. Colorado Ave.,
Stuart Shoppes on Colorado
Hours: Monday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.;
Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
For more information: Visit fruitsandrootscafe.com
or call 678.6627
/fruitsandrootscafe.com
