Fresh Celery Juice

Ingredients

For 2 servings

• 1 large bunch fresh celery, thoroughly washed
• ½ cup cold water, or as needed
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ½ small cucumber, optional
• ½ green apple, optional for natural sweetness
• A few fresh mint leaves, optional
• Ice cubes, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Celery

1. Wash the celery thoroughly under cold running water. Remove any damaged leaves or tough ends.
2. Cut the celery stalks into smaller pieces so they are easier to process.

Step 2: Blend or Juice

1. Using a juicer: Feed the celery pieces through the juicer gradually. Collect the fresh juice in a glass or pitcher.
2. Using a blender: Add the celery, cold water, and lemon juice to a high-speed blender. Blend until completely liquid.
3. If you prefer a smoother juice, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or clean cheesecloth.

Step 3: Add Flavor

1. Stir in lemon juice. For a sweeter and more refreshing version, add cucumber, green apple, or a few mint leaves before blending.

Step 4: Serve

1. Pour the juice into chilled glasses. Add ice cubes if desired and serve immediately.

Method

1. The easiest method is the juicer method , because it produces a smooth juice with minimal preparation.
2. If you don’t have a juicer, the blender method works perfectly well. Blending retains more of the vegetable’s pulp and therefore more fiber, while straining produces a thinner, juice-like drink.
3. For the freshest flavor, prepare the juice immediately before drinking.

Nutrition

Calories: 25–35 kcal · Protein: 1–2 g · Fat: Less than 1 g · Carbohydrates: 5–7 g · Fiber: Low if strained · Sodium: Naturally present in celery