Description
A refreshing, nutrient-dense green juice made with hydrating fruits and vegetables like cucumber, celery, green apple, spinach, and fresh herbs. Perfect for a morning boost or post-workout refreshment.
Ingredients
1 large cucumber, chopped
4 celery stalks, chopped
1 green apple, cored and chopped
1/2 lemon, peeled
1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
1 cup spinach leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1/2 cup water (optional, for blending)
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all the fruits and vegetables.
- If using a juicer, process each ingredient one at a time until smooth.
- If using a blender, combine all ingredients (including water) and blend on high until smooth.
- Strain the mixture using a fine-mesh strainer, nut milk bag, or cheesecloth to remove the pulp.
- Serve immediately over ice or store in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator.
Notes
Substitute spinach with kale or parsley with mint for a flavor variation.
Add pear, extra apple, or pineapple for a sweeter twist.
Best consumed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Shake well if juice separates in the fridge.
Ideal to drink on an empty stomach for better nutrient absorption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Juicing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
