Emulsifier Free Wheatgrass & Ginger Wellness Shot
This little green shot packs a serious punch — earthy wheatgrass, fiery ginger, bright lemon, and warming turmeric all working together in just a few sips. Store-bought wellness shots often sneak in stabilizers, gums, or emulsifying agents to extend shelf life and keep everything looking smooth, but this version skips all of that entirely. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is: real food, nothing added to bind or blend it artificially. The black pepper is a smart touch, helping your body absorb the turmeric more effectively, while the optional raw honey rounds out the sharpness without overpowering the green, grassy base. Straining out the ginger pulp keeps the texture clean and drinkable, so you get all the flavor without any fibrous bits. It comes together in minutes and is best served immediately, which means you're always drinking it at peak freshness — no preservatives needed.
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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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