This basic beet juice recipe is delicious on its own or use it as a foundation for making other beetroot juices. Juiced beets are naturally sweet wonderful for your digestive system.
I am such a fan of red beets that I plant them in my vegetable garden each year. While some kids were taking bananas in their lunch, I was taking pickled beets in a Tupperware. My love for beets is strong.
If you don't grow your own beets, keep in mind that beets are available year-round in most grocery stores. Boiled beets are perfect for adding an extra boost of nutrients to any salad or even a snack option.
How to Juice Beets:
- Start by washing the beets and removing the stems, saving the stems and leaves to make sautéed beet greens.
- If the beet is too large to pass through the feeder tube of the juicer, slice the beet into pieces to fit.
- Turn on the juicer to high and using the plunger, press the beets through the juicer, catching the juice in a pitcher as it is extracted.
- Add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to the beet juice to help minimize oxidation.
How To Make Beetroot Juice Without A Juicer
If you want to make beet juice but don't have a juicer, fear not! It can be done. A quality juicer such as a Breville juicer can be an investment if you are not juicing daily or even weekly. It took me learning to make green juices as part of my routine to want to have a juicer in my life.
- Wash, peel and remove the leaves and stems from the fresh beets.
- Using a box grater, grate the beet to shreds.
- In a food processor or blender, pulse the shredded beets and 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice until smooth.
- To strain the beet juice, press the puree through a fine-mesh strainer or two layers of cheesecloth.
Now that you have the basics of juicing beets down, you are going to want to find your favorite beet juicing recipe. Elevate your beet juicing experience by adding other fresh fruits and vegetables to the juice for added nutrition and layers of flavor.
Beet Juice Recipes:
- Ginger Beet Juice: 2 large raw beets, peeled, 3-4 large apples, 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled a large fistful of organic parsley, 1 lemon, juiced
- Kale Ginger Beet Juice: 2 beets, 1 lemon, peeled, 1 ½-inch slice fresh ginger, 1 carrot 1 cup kale (stems included)
- Beet Celery Juice: 2 raw large beets, peeled, 3 large apples, 3 carrots, 2 inches fresh ginger, peeled, 5 stalks celery, 1 lemon
- Garden Basket Beet Juice: 2 beets, 2 carrots, 2 Granny Smith apples, 2 clementines, peeled, 7 strawberries, 1 lemon, juiced, small piece of fresh ginger, peeled
- Blueberry Beet Juice: 1 cup Blueberries (fresh or frozen blueberries), 2 cups kale, 1 medium beet, ½ lemon, peeled, 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
Juicing Recipe Tips:
- If a beet is not as firm as you would like, soak it in fresh water over night.
- Be sure to wash all dirt from the beet
- The beet stems and the leaves are also able to be added to the juice.
Is there a downside to drinking beet juice?
While beet juice has notable benefits of beets, it's a good idea to enjoy it as part of a varied and balanced diet to avoid potential downsides. If you have specific concerns or conditions, consulting a care provider before making significant changes to your diet is always a prudent choice.
While beet juice offers numerous benefits, there can be a few downsides to consider when eating beets:
- Sugar Content: Beets are naturally high in sugar, which translates to a relatively high sugar content in beet juice. People watching their sugar intake, such as those with diabetes, should be cautious or consult a professional before consuming large amounts of beet juice.
- Colorful Urine and Stools: One of the potential surprising effects of beetroot juice is your urine or stool may turn a reddish or pinkish color after drinking beet juice. This is harmless and known as beeturia. However, if you're concerned or it persists, consult a doctor.
- Interactions with Medications: Beets and beet juice contain compounds that may interact with certain medications, like calcium channel blockers or medications for erectile dysfunction. It's advisable to consult a professional if you're on medication and considering regular organic beet juice consumption.
- Oxalate Content: Beets contain oxalates, which could contribute to kidney stones in susceptible individuals when consumed in large quantities. If you have a history of kidney stones, it's best to moderate your intake.
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Homemade Beet Juice
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Start by washing the beets and removing the stems, saving the stems and leaves to make sautéed beet greens.
- If the beet is too large to pass through the feeder tube of the juicer, slice the beet into pieces to fit.
- Turn on the juicer to high and using the plunger, press the beets through the juicer, catching the juice in a pitcher as it is extracted.
- Add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to the beet juice to help minimize oxidation.
Nutrition
Nutrition Discolure
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Notes
How to make beet juice without a juicer
- Wash, peel and remove the leaves and stems from the fresh beets.
- Using a box grater, grate the beet to shreds.
- In a food processor or blender, pulse the shredded beets and 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice until smooth.
- To strain the beet juice, press the puree through a fine mesh strainer or two layers of cheesecloth.
I am Sarah Mock. Welcome!
Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 15 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.
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