Carrot Ginger Apple Juice is made in a high-speed blender and whips up in less than 5 minutes!  This is an easy way to get extra vitamins and antioxidants to boost your immune system and provide you with glowing, firm skin.  Because it’s made in a blender, you can decide how much pulp you remove- the more pulp, the more fiber, which is great for healthy digestion!

Serves: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cooking time: 0 minutes

What (your ingredients):

2 cups cold water

2 large carrots

1 large honeycrisp apple

1-inch knob fresh ginger

½ lemon

How (your directions):

Fill a high-speed blender with the cold water.

Large chop carrots and apple into quarters.  Add to blender.

Peel fresh ginger and add to blender. 

Blend on high for 1-2 minutes, until smooth.

Place a sieve over a glass measuring cup and strain the juice.  Using a spatula, press the pulp against in the sieve to strain out any extra liquid.

Squeeze lemon juice into carrot ginger apple juice and stir.

Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately!

Why (the science):  It can be hard to get enough veggies in your diet but making your own juices at home without an expensive juicer is a way to get extra nutrients into your body, helping you to feel hydrated and nourished!