Name: Beet Juice Recipe: Vibrant, Earthy
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 3 medium beets (peeled and quartered); 2 medium carrots; 1 apple; 1- inch fresh ginger; Juice of 1 lemon; 1 –2 cups water (for blending)

Introduction

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Beet Juice is the vibrant, ruby-red powerhouse packed with nitrates, antioxidants, and natural sweetness that boosts energy, lowers blood pressure, and tastes like earth-kissed candy when done right. Fresh beets blended with bright citrus and ginger create a refreshing drink that’s as beautiful as it is beneficial. Presented in a chilled glass with a lemon wheel and mint sprig, optionally garnished with a beet slice, this Beet Juice offers stunning deep red color and pure vitality that makes mornings feel invigorated.

Ingredients

For the Basic Beet Juice (serves 2 / ~3 cups): • 3 medium beets (about 1 lb), peeled and quartered
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and quartered
• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled
• Juice of 1 lemon (or 1 whole lemon, peeled)
• 1–2 cups cold water or coconut water (adjust thickness)
• Optional: ½ cucumber or a handful of spinach for a milder flavor

For Serving: • Ice, lemon wheels, fresh mint

Step-by-Step Process

Prep ingredients
Wash and peel beets, carrots, and ginger. Core apple. Cut everything into chunks that fit your juicer or blender.
Juice method
Feed beets, carrots, apple, ginger, and lemon through the juicer. Stir and serve over ice.
Blender method
Add chunks to a high-speed blender with 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth (1–2 minutes). Strain through a fine-mesh sieve or nut milk bag, pressing solids for maximum juice.
Taste & adjust
Taste—add more lemon for tang or a touch of honey if too earthy.
Chill
Refrigerate 30 minutes for the best flavor.
Serve
Pour over ice in chilled glasses.
Enjoy
Drink fresh—nutrients are highest day.

Tips for Perfect Beet Juice

• Wear gloves/apron—beets stain everything
• Blend + strain = more yield than a juicer sometimes
• Start with less ginger—flavor is strong
• Add apple/carrot—balances beet earthiness
• Drink within 24 hours—flavor and nutrients fade
• Freeze in ice cube trays—add to smoothies later

Variations and Customization

• Classic Beet Lemon: beets + lemon only for pure detox
• Golden Beet: use golden beets + turmeric + pineapple
• Green Detox: add cucumber, celery, spinach
• Spicy Kick: extra ginger + pinch cayenne
• Berry Beet: add mixed berries + mint
• Creamy: blend with banana + almond milk for smoothie

Storage and Serving Tips

• Best fresh—nutrients degrade after 24–48 hours
• Fridge up to 3 days in an airtight container (shake before drinking)
• Freeze up to 3 months (in cubes or bottles, leave headspace)
• Quick refresh: add a fresh lemon squeeze
• Serve ice-cold—flavor brighter
• Perfect morning boost or post-workout

Nutritional Information

Based on 2 servings:
• Calories: 180 kcal
• Protein: 4g
• Total Fat: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 42g (Fiber 10g, Sugars 28g)
• Vitamin C: 50% Daily Value
• Folate: 30% Daily Value

FAQ

1. Do I need a juicer?
No—high-speed blender + strainer works great (and keeps fiber).

2. My juice is too thick.
Add more water or coconut water when blending.

3. How do I reduce earthiness?
More apple, carrot, or citrus—balances perfectly.

4. Can I use canned beets?
No—fresh only for the best flavor and nutrients.

5. Health benefits?
Nitrates improve blood flow, and antioxidants support detox.

Conclusion

This Beet Juice is pure liquid vitality—bright, earthy, and so refreshing it makes green smoothies jealous. One glass and suddenly your energy feels electric, your skin glows a little brighter, and mornings feel like a fresh start. Keep beets and ginger in the crisper, and you’re always 10 minutes away from the prettiest, most powerful drink that turns “healthy” into something you actually crave.