Apple Lemon Ginger Juice Cleanse Starter Recipe
This refreshing Apple Lemon Ginger Juice Cleanse Starter is a simple and invigorating beverage designed to jumpstart your day or cleanse your system. Combining the natural sweetness of red apples with the tangy brightness of lemon and the warming spice of ginger and cayenne, this juice balances flavor and health benefits in one quick and easy recipe.
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Juicing
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Juice Ingredients
- 16 oz red apple (454 g) (about 2 1/4 medium apples)
- 1.79 oz lemon (51 g) (1/2 medium lemon, peeled)
- 0.18 oz fresh ginger (5 g) (1/2 inch chunk)
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (ground)
Instructions
- Wash the produce. Thoroughly rinse the apples, lemon, and ginger under cold water to remove any dirt or residues.
- Weigh ingredients. Use a kitchen scale to measure the specified amounts of apple, lemon, and ginger to ensure accuracy for best flavor and nutritional balance.
- Peel the lemon. Carefully remove the skin of the lemon as it can impart a bitter taste if included in the juice.
- Juice the ingredients together. Using a juicer, extract the juice from the apples, peeled lemon, and ginger piece. Ensure all juices are combined evenly.
- Add cayenne pepper. Finally, sprinkle a large pinch of ground cayenne pepper into the juice and stir well to blend the spice evenly for a subtle heat that complements the other flavors.
Notes
- Make sure to peel the lemon to avoid bitterness in the juice.
- Using fresh ginger provides the best flavor and health benefits.
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper according to your heat preference.
- This recipe is perfect for a quick cleanse or as a revitalizing morning drink.
- Consume the juice immediately for maximum nutrient retention.
