This detoxifying green juice is a great way to start your day or refuel after a workout. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and it can help you feel energized and refreshed.
The celery in this juice is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Spinach is another great source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin K, and iron. Cucumber is a good source of hydration and electrolytes, and it can help to cool you down on a hot day. Apple is a good source of fiber and vitamin C, and it can help to sweeten the juice. Ginger is a good source of antioxidants and can help to reduce inflammation. Lemon juice is a good source of vitamin C and can help to brighten the flavor of the juice. Chia seeds are a good source of fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids.
I first came up with this recipe when I was trying to find a way to use up some leftover celery and spinach. I had been feeling really tired and sluggish, and I thought that a green juice might help me to feel more energized. I added some cucumber, apple, ginger, lemon juice, and chia seeds to the celery and spinach, and the result was a delicious and refreshing juice that gave me a much-needed boost of energy.
I've been making this juice regularly ever since, and I always feel better after drinking it. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables, and it can help you to feel more energized, refreshed, and hydrated.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
1 celery stalk
1 cup of spinach
1/2 cucumber
1/2 apple
1/4 inch ginger
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup of water
Optional: 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
Instructions
Wash and chop all the ingredients.
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
Strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth if desired.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for later.
Why It Works
The celery in this juice is a good source of fiber, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied.
The spinach in this juice is a good source of iron, which can help to improve your energy levels.
The cucumber in this juice is a good source of hydration and electrolytes, which can help to keep you hydrated and refreshed.
The apple in this juice is a good source of fiber and vitamin C, which can help to support your immune system.
The ginger in this juice is a good source of antioxidants and can help to reduce inflammation.
The lemon juice in this juice is a good source of vitamin C and can help to brighten the flavor of the juice.
The chia seeds in this juice are a good source of fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied.