Nitrate & Nitrite Free Detox Green Juice
This vibrant green juice is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — because you are. Cucumber and celery form a hydrating, mineral-rich base, while fresh spinach and parsley layer in deep, grassy flavor without overwhelming the palate. A hit of lemon brightens everything up, and the optional garlic adds a subtle sharpness that makes this feel more like a serious wellness ritual than a watered-down smoothie. Fresh ginger ties it all together with a gentle warmth and a little zing. Processed juices and bottled green drinks are notorious for sneaking in preservatives and additives that have no business being in something marketed as clean — this recipe sidesteps all of that by using nothing but whole, fresh produce and cold water. Every ingredient is exactly what it says it is, straight from the cutting board to your glass. Whether you run it through a juicer or blend and strain it, the result is a clear, bright, intensely fresh drink best served immediately over ice for maximum flavor and nutrition. It's simple, honest, and genuinely satisfying to make from scratch.
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2 servings
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into chunks
- 4 stalks celery, roughly chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach, loosely packed
- 1 cup fresh parsley, loosely packed
- 1 lemon, peeled and halved
- 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled
- 1 clove garlic, peeled (optional)
- ½ cup cold water
Instructions
- 1
Wash all produce thoroughly under cold running water. Peel the lemon and ginger, and cut the cucumber into chunks large enough to feed through your juicer chute or blender.
- 2
If using a juicer: feed the cucumber, celery, spinach, parsley, lemon, ginger, and garlic (if using) through the juicer in alternating batches, starting and ending with the cucumber to help push the leafy greens through. Collect the juice in a measuring cup or pitcher.
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