Medically reviewed by Shahzadi Devje, Registered Dietitian (RD) & Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
If you're looking for an easy and healthy nutritional boost to start your morning or to enjoy any time of the day, you'll love my simple powerhouse green juice recipe. It combines kale, cucumbers, celery, ginger, and apples to give you a quick antioxidant boost - without the price tag. It's the perfect green juice recipe for beginners. Grab the recipe below!
Juice doesn't have to be a "dirty" word, what with all the reported excessive weight gain and health gurus telling you not to touch it with a barge pole, but this green juice recipe remains a weekly joy for us. I make an effort to introduce different ways to enjoy fruits and vegetables; homemade green juice is the perfect way to boost our intake of antioxidant nutrients.
You do lose the fibre in the fruits and vegetables when you make a homemade juice, but as long as you're getting plenty of fibre in your diet from other sources, I think it's okay to include low sugar juices in your diet. It's about the right mix of vegetables and fruits.
If you feel like you could do with an antioxidant boost, want to avoid added sugars or just drench your body in healthy and refreshing ingredients, then this green juice recipe will hit the spot.
How To Make Green Juice - Step By Step
- Wash all the vegetables and fruits thoroughly. I like to use my brush for the celery (Images 1-3)
- Prep your fruits and vegetables according to your juicer's instructions (Images 4-5)
- Juice the softer vegetables and fruits first on low speed (Images 6-7)
- Follow by juicing the harder vegetables and fruits on high speed (Images 8-9)
- Once done (Image 10), add ice, stir well and enjoy immediately
Is this Green Juice Savory or Sweet?
Even though this green juice has kale, cucumber, and celery, it's not overly savoury and the kale certainly isn't the prominent flavour. The apples and lime give a delicious sweet and tangy flavour that balances everything out and the ginger gives such a delicious warm heat and kick.
Storage Tips
This green juice will keep well in the fridge well-sealed for 1-2 days; however, to get the most of the nutrition and freshness, it's best to drink it immediately and make a fresh batch every time.
Other Green Fruit and Veggies You Could Use
If you're looking for more green juice inspiration, you can try incorporating different fruit and veggies is a great idea so you don't get bored. Here are some ideas of what you can use and remember you can stir in different spices such as turmeric, hemp powder or whatever you fancy for an added boost! Here are a handful of ingredients we play around with at home:
- Spinach
- Oranges
- Kiwi
- Pears
- Watercress
Health Benefits of Green Juice
The nutrients in green juice will vary depending on what fruit and veggies you choose to put in it. Remember, try to balance fruit and vegetables, especially if you are making this regularly. Fruit contains sugar even if it is naturally present, so having a balance of veggies is essential. A general rule of thumb is at least three vegetables for one piece of fruit.
Why You Should Make This
- It's super-fast - this green juice recipe takes 5 minutes (literally!) to make
- You can take it on the go - you can make this in mason jars or portable juice cups and take it with you for a pick me up any time of the day
- Health benefits - the fruit and vegetables provide vitamins and minerals
- It makes you feel good - all the healthy and vibrant ingredients make you feel refreshed
- It's delicious - Besides nourishing you inside out, it tastes incredible
- Use up leftovers - it's an ideal way to use up any leftover fruits and vegetables and reduce food waste
Desi~licious Top Tips
- Follow your specific juicer's instructions
- Nutrition information is a rough estimate considering that about half may be reduced via the juicing process
- Buy organic fruits and vegetables if you can and remember to wash your produce thoroughly
- Take your time and juice gently and slowly using the tamper to get as much of the nutrients from the fruits and vegetables
- Juice in the order as per the recipe; starting with the softer produce first
- Once done, enjoy immediately
More Healthy Drinks You Might Like:
- Easy Golden Milk Turmeric Coffee
- Chia Peach Green Smoothie
- Superfood Green Smoothie Bowl
- Caffeine-Free Chai Latte
Green Juice Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber large, washed
- 2 leaves kale large, with stalk, washed
- ½ inch ginger fresh, washed, skin on
- ¼ lime washed, skin on
- 2 apples ambrosia, washed, seeds and stem removed, skin on
- 8 stalks celery washed, leaves removed, ends trimmed
- 5 ice cubes large
Instructions
- Wash and prep the ingredients according to your juicer's instructions
- Juice in the order listed
- Add ice, pour into glasses and drink immediately. Best served chilled
Notes
- Follow your specific juicer's instructions
- Nutrition information is a rough estimate considering that about half may be reduced via the juicing process
- Buy organic fruits and vegetables if you can and remember to wash your produce thoroughly
- Take your time and juice gently and slowly with the tamper to get as much of the nutrients from the fruits and vegetables
- Juice in the order as per the recipe; starting with the softer produce first
- Enjoy immediately
Please note the nutritional analysis values are estimates and suggestions. This nutrition facts table does not know your life - your body, including your hunger and satiety cues, change daily. It's okay to eat more or less. Say no to food guilt and instead embrace mindful eating.
Looking to hydrate, energize, and boost? Try my 48-hour green smoothie challenge!
Shahzadi is an award-winning registered dietitian (RD) regulated by the College of Dietitians of Ontario and certified diabetes educator (CDE), approved by the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board. A YouTuber and notorious foodie, she's dedicated to helping you end your cooking wars, transform your health, and be the best version of yourself! Shahzadi is an on-air nutrition expert for CTV Your Morning and a regular contributor for Global News and other national media outlets.
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