Chestnut Free Wheatgrass & Ginger Wellness Shot
This little green shot packs a serious punch of earthy wheatgrass, zesty lemon, and warming ginger into just a few sips. The turmeric and black pepper are a smart pairing — the pepper helps your body absorb the turmeric's active compounds, so every drop is doing real work. A touch of raw honey rounds out the sharpness without making it sweet, and you can easily leave it out if you prefer a more intense, savory kick. The whole thing comes together in under five minutes with a blender or even just a jar and a whisk, making it an effortless addition to a morning routine. Tree nuts and chestnuts are nowhere near this ingredient list, so anyone navigating that allergy can sip freely without scanning labels or second-guessing anything. Straining out the ginger pulp gives the finished shot a smooth, clean texture that goes down fast and easy. It's the kind of ritual that genuinely makes you feel like you've done something good for yourself before the day even starts.
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2 servings
- 1 tsp wheatgrass powder (or 1 oz fresh wheatgrass juice)
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
- ¼ cup cold water
- ⅛ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Combine the wheatgrass powder, grated ginger, lemon juice, cold water, turmeric, and black pepper in a blender or a small jar. If using fresh wheatgrass juice, add it in place of the powder and water.
- 2
Blend on high for 15–20 seconds, or whisk vigorously until the powder is fully dissolved and the mixture is uniform in color with no visible clumps.
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