Yeast Free Wheatgrass & Ginger Wellness Shot
This little green shot packs a serious punch of earthy wheatgrass, bright lemon, and warming ginger into just a few sips. It's the kind of morning ritual that makes you feel like you've already done something good for yourself before the day even starts. Because yeast thrives on sugars and fermented ingredients, wellness shots from cafes or health food stores can sometimes include kombucha bases or other fermented additions that don't work for everyone — this one keeps things completely clean and straightforward. Wheatgrass, fresh ginger, turmeric, lemon juice, and a pinch of black pepper are all you need, with optional raw honey if you want just a touch of sweetness to balance the bite. The black pepper is a smart move here too, since it helps your body absorb the turmeric more effectively. Straining out the ginger pulp gives the final shot a smooth, drinkable texture rather than a fibrous one. Blend it up, pour it into two shot glasses, and knock it back — your body will thank you.
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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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