Vegetable Juice


Recipe prepared by Smt Jhansi Lakshmi
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Article written by Lakshmi Aparna


A glass of freshly prepared vegetable juice

Introduction

Vegetable Juice is a healthy and refreshing drink packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Made from a combination of vegetables such as carrots, beetroots, cucumbers, and tomatoes, this juice is not only delicious but also offers numerous health benefits. Carrots are rich in Vitamin A, which is excellent for eye health and glowing skin. Beetroot helps regulate blood pressure, while cucumber aids in digestion. Tomatoes provide vital nutrients, including Vitamins A and C, and ginger offers cleansing properties for the intestines. This juice is perfect for cooling the body and improving digestion when consumed regularly, especially in the mornings.

Preparation time: 2-3 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Serves: 2 glasses (1 glass measuring 250ml)

 

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Ingredients

Carrot: 1

Beetroot: 1 small

Tomato: 2

Cucumber: 1 small

Honey: 1 or 2 tsp

Lemon: 1/2 or 1

Ginger: A small piece (Optional)

Carrots, beetroot, cucumber, tomatoes, and ginger prepared for juicing

Procedure

Step 1: Boil the Vegetables

In a pot, add the carrot, tomato, cucumber, beetroot, and ginger (optional) along with 125 ml of water. Cook until the vegetables soften, which should take about 5 minutes.

Vegetables being boiled in water

Step 2: Cool and Blend

Allow the boiled vegetables to cool down to room temperature. Once cooled, blend the vegetables in a blender until you achieve a smooth consistency.

Blending the boiled vegetables into a juice

Step 3: Filter the Juice

Filter the blended vegetable mixture using a fine sieve or cheesecloth to separate the juice from the pulp. If you prefer more fiber in your juice, you can skip the filtering step.

Note: You can consume the juice without filtering if you like it thicker with more fiber.

Filtering the vegetable juice using a sieve

Step 4: Add Honey and Lemon

After filtering the juice, add honey and lemon juice to enhance the flavor. Stir well to combine, and your healthy vegetable juice is ready to serve.

Adding honey and lemon to the vegetable juice

Conclusion

This nutritious vegetable juice is not only refreshing but also packed with essential nutrients to start your day on a healthy note. The combination of vegetables provides numerous health benefits, from improved digestion to better skin health. This juice is best consumed in the mornings or before lunch, helping to cool the body and boost energy levels. Enjoy this simple yet powerful drink regularly for optimal health benefits.

 

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