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Make celery juice at home without a juicer. All you need is fresh celery, water, and flavor add-ins like green apple, lime, and ginger. The result is smooth celery juice that you can meal prep for the week for an easy grab-and-go healthy drink.
Celery juice provides various nutritional benefits, and making it at home is more cost-effective. Additionally, it is hydrating, healthier than sugary sodas or store-bought juices, and serves as a good source of vitamins and minerals.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Celery: You'll need two stalks of celery. Remember, a single piece of celery is called a rib, so don't confuse it for a stalk when adding it to the blender!
- Fresh ginger: For an immunity boost.
- Lime: For a citrus touch, you can also use lemon.
- Green apple: For added sweetness.
Soak Celery and Ginger in Cold Water
You will need a high-speed blender, a fine mesh strainer, and a large bowl. The first step to making celery juice in your blender is to prepare the ingredients. One of the most important tips is to soak the celery and ginger in water for at least an hour (or overnight) to help these very fibrous ingredients break down more easily. You wouldn't want many fiber strands tangled around your blender blade (yes, I've done that!).
How to Make Celery Juice
Instructions:
- Prep the Celery: Chop the celery into 1-inch pieces.
- Blend the Ingredients:
- Add the chopped celery, ginger, and 4 cups of water to a blender.
- Blend on high speed for 60 seconds.
- Tip: If your blender is small, process the celery and water in batches.
- Add the lime and thinly sliced green apple to the blender. Blend for an additional minute.
- Strain the Juice:
- Place a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl.
- Pour the blended mixture into the strainer, pressing the pulp with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible.
- Enjoy Your Celery Juice:
- Transfer the strained juice to juice bottles, or small shot bottles, or drink it immediately as a wellness drink.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is celery juice good for you?
Celery, being primarily composed of water, is a hydrating beverage. Additionally, it contains antioxidants that may shield cells from damage. Furthermore, celery offers essential electrolytes like potassium, which play a crucial role in numerous bodily functions.
Can you taste the green apple in this recipe?
Unfortunately, no. Despite adding more apples, time and time again, celery remains the dominant flavor. I do like to add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy drink—it's absolutely delicious!
What's the best type of blender to use?
A high-powered blender like a Vitamix or Blendtec is ideal for making smooth celery juice.
Are you looking for more wellness drinks? Try my lemon olive oil with cayenne pepper recipe or my easy ginger shot recipe next.
PrintCelery Juice Recipe
Learn how to make delicious and healthy celery juice at home. Simple, quick, and packed with nutrients. All made in your very own blender!
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 2 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 stalks celery, the bottom of the celery removed, and each rib thoroughly cleaned
- 2 inches fresh ginger (skin on or peeled), thinly sliced (or to the desired amount)
- 4 cups filtered water + more as needed
- 2 large limes, skin, and bitter pith removed
- 3 large green apples, core removed, sliced
Instructions
- Soak the celery ribs and thinly sliced ginger in water for at least an hour (or overnight) to help these very fibrous ingredients break down in the blender more easily. (optional)
- Prep the Celery: Chop the celery into 1-inch pieces.
- Blend the Ingredients: Add the chopped celery, ginger, and 4 cups of filtered water to a blender. Blend on high speed for 60 seconds. Tip: If your blender is small, process the celery and water in batches. Add the lime and apple to the blender. Blend for an additional minute.
- Strain the Juice: Place a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl. Pour the blended mixture into the strainer, pressing the pulp with the back of a spoon to extract as much juice as possible.
- Enjoy Your Celery Juice: Transfer the strained juice to juice bottles, or small shot bottles, or drink it immediately as a wellness drink.
Notes
Additional Tips:
- For a smoother juice, you may want to peel the ginger before blending.
- Adjust the amount of water to your desired consistency.
- Store the juice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Vanessa says
So easy.