Sesame Free Apple Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
Bright, zingy, and packed with real-deal ingredients, this wellness shot is the kind of morning ritual that actually makes you feel like you have your life together. Fresh turmeric root and ginger bring serious anti-inflammatory firepower, while chopped apple adds a natural sweetness that keeps the whole thing from tasting like a punishment. A splash of apple cider vinegar rounds out the flavor with a sharp, tangy kick, and a drizzle of raw honey softens the edges if you want it. Store-bought wellness shots can be a minefield of mystery additives and shared production lines, but blending and straining this one at home means you know exactly what's going in your body. The cheesecloth straining step is genuinely satisfying — you end up with a silky, jewel-toned liquid that looks as good as it tastes. Make a small batch and stash it in the fridge for up to 24 hours so your mornings stay effortless all week long.
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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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