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15-Minute Fresh Green Juice

Prep
10 min
Yield
1 servings
Level
medium
Cuisine
American
Fresh Green Juice with Cucumber, Celery, and Kale

This vibrant green juice combines cucumber, celery, kale, spinach, and apple for a refreshing, nutrient-packed drink. Fresh ginger adds a subtle kick while lime juice brightens the overall flavor. Perfect for a morning boost or post-workout refresher, this juice delivers vitamins and minerals in an easily digestible form. The high-powered blender method creates a smooth consistency that strains beautifully for a clean, crisp juice.

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Method

4 steps
  1. 1

    Place all ingredients into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth

  2. 2

    Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or nut milk bag into a storage container

  3. 3

    Press on the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much juice as possible and discard the solids

  4. 4

    Chill the juice before serving

Tips

Tip 1

Use a tamper to push ingredients into the blender blades if needed for smoother blending

Tip 2

Serve immediately after chilling for the best flavor and maximum nutrient retention

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate for up to 2 days in an airtight container

Make Ahead

Best consumed immediately but can be made up to 1 day ahead

Serve With

Serve chilled over ice or straight

Common Mistakes

Watch

Don't skip straining to avoid pulpy texture

Watch

Press solids firmly during straining to maximize juice yield

Substitutions

lime juice→
lemon juice1:1citrus

similar tartness

Full guide →
kale→
Swiss chard1:1leafy_greens

milder flavor

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apples→
pears1:1fruit

different sweetness profile

Full guide →
Find more substitutions →

FAQ

Can I make this without a high-powered blender?

A regular blender works but may require longer blending time and more thorough straining to achieve smooth consistency.

How long does fresh green juice keep?

Best consumed immediately for maximum nutrients, but can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 days in an airtight container.

Can I freeze this green juice?

Freezing is possible but may change the texture slightly upon thawing. Freeze in ice cube trays for convenient portions.