Citrus Free Apple Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
Wellness shots are usually loaded with lemon or orange juice, which makes finding a citrus-free version genuinely tricky — but this one skips all of that without sacrificing any of the zing. Fresh apple brings natural sweetness and a clean, crisp base, while turmeric and ginger deliver that bold, warming kick you want from a morning shot. A splash of apple cider vinegar adds just enough tang to make it feel like it's really doing something, and a touch of raw honey rounds everything out beautifully. The blending and straining process pulls out a surprisingly smooth, vibrant liquid that looks and tastes like something you'd pay too much for at a juice bar. It comes together quickly with just a blender and a fine-mesh strainer, so there's no fancy equipment required. Make a small batch ahead and keep it in the fridge for up to a day — just give it a good shake before you knock it back each morning.
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4 servings
- 1 medium apple (such as fuji or gala), cored and roughly chopped
- 2-inch piece fresh turmeric root, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the chopped apple, turmeric root, ginger root, and cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45–60 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth or a nut milk bag over a small pitcher or measuring cup. Pour the blended mixture through and press or squeeze firmly until all the liquid is extracted and the pulp is dry. Discard the pulp.
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