Name: Beet Juice Recipe (Juicer or Blender) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Juicing
Ingredients: 1 pound beets, washed with the greens removed and the ends cut off (about 5 medium beets); 1 large cucumber or 3–4 small cucumbers; 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley; 1 1-inch knob of fresh ginger; 1 apple; 1 lemon or lime (skin removed)

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Introduction

This vibrant beet juice is a refreshing and nutritious drink packed with earthy beets, crisp cucumber, sweet apple, and zesty lemon. Whether you use a juicer or blender, it’s a simple way to enjoy a boost of vitamins and antioxidants.

The image shows a clear glass filled with a dark red liquid, likely beet juice, with vertical ridges around its middle. Behind it, there is another similar glass filled with the same red juice. To the left, a dark red pitcher holds more of the juice. In the foreground, fresh ginger root with a light brown skin and two round beets with rough pinkish skin lie on a white marbled surface. A few green beet leaves with red stems rest near the beets. The colors are rich and natural, with the deep red juice standing out against the clean white marbled background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound beets, washed with the greens removed and the ends cut off (about 5 medium beets)
1 large cucumber or 3–4 small cucumbers
1 apple
1 bunch flat-leaf parsley
1 lemon or lime, peeled
1 1-inch knob of fresh ginger, peeled

Instructions

Step 1: Wash all produce thoroughly. Chop the beets, cucumber, apple, parsley, lemon, and ginger into pieces that will easily fit into your juicer’s feeder tube or blender.
Step 2: If using a juicer, feed the pieces through, alternating between harder and softer ingredients to help the juicing process. If using a blender, place all ingredients into the blender and add 1/2 cup of water. Blend until smooth.
Step 3: For blender method, strain the juice through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer into a large bowl to remove pulp.
Step 4: Pour the fresh beet juice into glasses and serve immediately for the best flavor and nutrition.

Tips & Variations

Wear disposable gloves while handling raw beets to avoid staining your hands.
Feel free to add a small carrot or celery stalk for extra flavor and nutrients.
Double the recipe if you’d like to save some juice for later.
Fresh juice tastes best when consumed within 48 hours; store properly to maintain freshness.

Storage

Store beet juice in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. Stir or shake gently before serving. For best taste and nutrient retention, enjoy the juice soon after making it. Do not freeze, as this can alter the texture and flavor.

How to Serve

A tall clear glass with vertical ridges is nearly full of deep red juice being poured from a glass pitcher positioned above it. Behind this glass, there is another similar glass filled with the same red juice. The background shows blurred green leaves and a yellow lemon on a white marbled surface. A piece of light brown ginger root is visible in the lower left corner. The scene is bright and clean. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use beet greens in this juice?

While this recipe skips the beet greens, you can add them if you like. They have a slightly bitter flavor and can add extra nutrients, but be sure to balance the taste with sweeter ingredients.

Is it necessary to peel the beets?

Peeling is optional if your beets are organic and well-washed. The skin is edible and contains nutrients, but peeling can reduce earthy bitterness and improve juice texture.