Pregnancy Friendly Detox Green Juice
Getting more greens in during pregnancy can feel like a chore, but this vibrant juice makes it genuinely easy and delicious. Cucumber and celery form a hydrating, light base, while fresh spinach and parsley pack in folate — one of the most important nutrients during pregnancy. A bright hit of lemon and a knob of fresh ginger keep things lively and can even help take the edge off that queasy, unsettled feeling that tends to show up uninvited. The optional garlic adds a subtle depth if you're feeling adventurous, and the cold water helps everything blend into a smooth, refreshing glass. Whether you run it through a juicer or blitz it in a blender and strain, the result is a clean, vivid green drink that feels like a genuine reset. Washing all the produce thoroughly under cold running water is a simple but important step that makes this recipe a smart, mindful choice right now. Serve it over ice the moment it's made and you get the brightest flavor and the most from every ingredient.
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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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