Nightshade Free Wheatgrass & Ginger Wellness Shot
Wellness shots can feel like a minefield when you're avoiding nightshades, since so many store-bought versions sneak in cayenne, paprika, or pepper-derived heat. This one keeps things completely clean — every ingredient is straightforward and plant-based without a single tomato, pepper, or potato derivative in sight. What you do get is a seriously vibrant little drink: grassy, bright from the lemon, and warmed through with fresh ginger and turmeric. The pinch of black pepper is there for a reason — it activates the curcumin in turmeric, making the whole shot work harder for you. Blending everything together and straining out the ginger pulp gives you a smooth, concentrated liquid that goes down fast and feels genuinely energizing. A drizzle of raw honey softens the edge if you want something slightly less intense, but the base is punchy and satisfying on its own. It's the kind of thing you'll want to make a habit of.
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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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