Green Power Booster Juice
Ingredients:
- 2 stalks of celery
- 1 cup chopped kale leaves (stems removed)
- 1 small green apple, cored and chopped
- 1/2 lemon, peeled and seeds removed
Instructions:
- Wash all the ingredients thoroughly under cold running water.
- Chop the celery stalks, kale leaves, green apple, and peeled lemon into smaller pieces to fit into your juicer.
- Feed the ingredients through the juicer chute one by one, starting with the leafy greens followed by the firmer fruits and vegetables.
- Once all the ingredients have been juiced, give the juice a gentle stir to combine the flavors.
- If desired, you can strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any pulp for a smoother texture.
- Serve the juice immediately over ice if preferred, or enjoy it as is for maximum freshness and flavor.
This recipe will yield approximately 1 serving of delicious and nutritious juice. Enjoy your refreshing drink packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from the celery, kale, green apple, and lemon!
Benefits:
- Rich in Vitamins and Minerals: This juice is loaded with vitamins A, C, and K from the kale, along with potassium, folate, and antioxidants from the celery, apples, and lemon.
- Immune Support: The vitamin C from the lemon and apples helps support the immune system and fight off infections.
- Detoxification: The combination of celery, kale, and lemon helps to detoxify the body and aid in digestion.
- Hydration: With its high water content, this juice helps keep you hydrated throughout the day.
- Antioxidant Boost: The green apples and kale provide a potent dose of antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Enjoy your Green Power Booster Juice as part of a balanced diet for a refreshing and nutritious boost of energy!
Here’s an approximate breakdown of the nutritive value for the juice recipe using celery, kale, green apple, and lemon for one serving:
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Vitamin A: 3700 IU (78% DV)
- Vitamin C: 79 mg (88% DV)
- Vitamin K: 535 mcg (446% DV)
- Folate: 73 mcg (18% DV)
- Potassium: 550 mg (12% DV)
- Calcium: 150 mg (12% DV)
- Iron: 2 mg (11% DV)
- Magnesium: 40 mg (10% DV)
Please note that these values are approximate and can vary based on factors such as the size and ripeness of the produce used and any variations in the juicing process. However, this juice is a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, providing a healthy boost to your daily nutrient intake.
February 16, 2024
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