Cinnamon Free Wheatgrass & Ginger Wellness Shot
This little green shot packs a serious punch — earthy wheatgrass, fiery ginger, bright lemon, and warming turmeric all come together in something that feels genuinely good for you. The black pepper is a smart addition, since it helps your body absorb the turmeric's active compounds more effectively. Many wellness shots and tonics on store shelves sneak in cinnamon as a warming spice, so blending your own at home means you stay in full control of every ingredient. The process is refreshingly simple: blend, strain, and shoot — no complicated prep or special equipment required. Raw honey adds a gentle sweetness that rounds out the sharpness of the lemon and ginger without masking the bold, grassy base. It's the kind of morning ritual that makes you feel like you've already won the day before breakfast is even on the table.
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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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