Power Beet Lemon Juice with Ginger (Juicer Recipe)
Discover a refreshing Beet Lemon Juice with Ginger recipe that combines the vibrant flavors of beets, the zesty kick of lemons, and the spicy warmth of ginger. This homemade recipe is tasty and packed with health benefits to start your day right. It can be part of your summer drinks series or a great immune system booster.
One of the vivid memories of my childhood is the juice my mom made frequently using beets and lemons. I remember the most the bright pink color I was fascinated with. But the juice she prepared was a sugary syrup you had to dilute with water.
I also remember that I wasn’t a big fan of beets as a kid, but this juice was my favorite vegetable juice, most likely because of the zesty kick from lemons. And, of course, I remember how my mom constantly lectured me about the benefits of beets and why I had to drink the beet juice 😀.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It wasn’t until I started college I gained an interest in nutrition and a healthy diet that I discovered how beneficial it is to incorporate beets in your diet frequently.
When it comes to my kids, I started offering beets when they were babies, and all three liked them very much. My son is a picky eater, but for some reason, he likes cooked beets, as long as they are served plain without any dressing 😂.
The Power of Beets
Beets are a powerful root vegetable with a wide range of health benefits. I will mention several that are the most important in my opinion, but there is more to be explored and learned about this remarkable nature’s multivitamin.
As a teaser, I’d like to mention that they have many nutrients and only a few calories 😏 (so, if you don’t use beets in your diet, now is the time to start!).
- Beets have excellent antioxidant properties. And what does this mean exactly? It means they have plenty of chemicals needed to fight the natural cell damage (as we age) or cell damage caused by the environment, reducing the risk of chronic diseases. The beets are excellent in lowering blood pressure and have significant anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Beets are a good source of dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting regular bowel movements. Fiber also helps maintain a healthy gut microbiome. As someone who suffers from this problem from time to time (along with one of my daughters and my son, thanks to genetics 😏), I wanted to mention this here. So, as much dietary fiber as you can digest during the day, the better for your bowel movement 😉. Here is an excellent recipe for Beet and Walnut Salad with Feta you must try!
- Beets are a great source of iron, vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, magnesium, and phosphorus, making them valuable to a balanced diet. I am sure that you’ve heard the phrase that whoever is anemic should drink beet juice regularly. Well, this is true. The reason why this is true is because of the iron in beets. Several studies show that drinking beet juice helps regenerate red blood cells, reactivates the red blood cells, and supplies fresh oxygen to the body. And all due to easily absorbable iron from beets that is essential for proper hemoglobin action in transferring oxygen via our blood.
So next time you debate whether to buy beets (raw or cooked, your choice) at the grocery store, end the debate quickly and get them! You are doing good for your health!
Ingredients You’ll Need in this Beet Juice Recipe
- 1 medium size raw beetroot
- 1 fresh lemon
- 1/4 cups maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp ginger powder – you can use more or less depending on your taste
Substitutions/Variations
- Instead of ginger powder, you can use a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger root.
- I strongly encourage you to use fresh juice of lemon, but bottled lemon juice can also be used if you don’t have fresh lemons handy.
- I like using maple syrup here, but my mom frequently made beet lemon juice with regular sugar. In general, you can substitute 1/4 cup maple syrup with 2-3 tablespoons of granulated sugar (but you’ll have to dissolve it in a bit of water before you add it to the juice).
- Agave nectar can be used as a maple syrup substitute in a 1:1 ratio. Keep in mind that agave nectar has a milder flavor than maple syrup.
- If you like using honey instead, use a 1:1 ratio. Honey is sweeter than maple syrup, so be aware that it may make the juice a bit sweeter.
How to Make Beet Lemon Ginger Juice (Step-by-step Instructions)
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash the beet and lemon with a vegetable brush using clean running water. Peel the beetroot using a vegetable peeler. I used Magic Bullet Mini Juicer in this recipe. I typically don’t peel the lemon, and my juicer is processing fine. Cut the beet and lemon into small chunks for easier processing and place them in a large bowl.
- Set up your juicer: Make sure your juicer is clean and ready to use. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific juicer model.
- Begin juicing: Start by feeding the beet chunks through the juicer one at a time. Use a pusher to help guide the ingredients through the juicer. Next, feed the lemon wedges. If you use fresh ginger root instead of ginger powder, feed it next to your juicer (you don’t have to peel it; wash it thoroughly).
- Collect the juice: As the ingredients are juiced, the liquid will come out of the juicer’s spout. Collect the juice in a glass or container.
- Strain the juice to remove foam: Place a fine mesh strainer over a clean container or pitcher. Pour the freshly juiced beet and lemon juice through the strainer. The strainer will catch any foam or larger particles, allowing only the liquid to pass through. Use a spoon to gently press down on the foam in the strainer to help extract more juice from it. Discard the foam and any solids that remain in the strainer.
- Add the sweetener: Pour maple syrup into a strained juice and stir until the juice blends.
- Serve and enjoy: Beet lemon juice is best served fresh, so enjoy your nutritious and refreshing juice immediately. If you prefer a chilled beverage, pour the juice over ice, add ginger powder to your taste, stir well, and enjoy!
- Note: I had about 1 1/4 cups of juice with this recipe (see the video).
Helpful Tips and Tricks
- Select fresh beets and lemons for the best flavor and nutrition. Look for beets that are firm and not overly wilted or soft.
- The amount of ginger you use can significantly affect the spiciness of the juice. Start with a small piece and add more to taste. Ginger can be pretty potent, so a little goes a long way 😏.
- Add apples or apple juice, carrots, other fruits, favorite veggies, and leafy greens to customize your juice for added sweetness or flavor variation.
- If the juice is too tart, add more maple syrup, honey, agave nectar, or another sweetener to balance the flavors. Stir well to combine.
Quick Tip!
I like to dilute my beet lemon juice with filtered water to make it less concentrated and to mellow out the strong beet flavor. I typically combine the juice and water in a 1:1 ratio, but you can customize it to your taste.
In conclusion, this Power Beet Lemon Juice with Ginger is a refreshing, delicious, and nutritional powerhouse. It’s a wonderful way to infuse your day with energy. So, grab your fresh ingredients, prepare your juicer, and embark on this juice-making adventure!
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Beet Lemon Juice with Ginger (Juicer Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 beetroot medium size
- 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp ginger powder
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash the beet and lemon with a vegetable brush using clean running water. Peel the beetroot using a vegetable peeler. I used Magic Bullet Mini Juicer in this recipe. I typically don't peel the lemon, and my juicer is processing fine. Cut the beet and lemon into small chunks for easier processing and place them in a large bowl.
- Set up your juicer: Make sure your juicer is clean and ready to use. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for your specific juicer model.
- Begin juicing: Start by feeding the beet chunks through the juicer one at a time. Use a pusher to help guide the ingredients through the juicer. Next, feed the lemon wedges. If you use fresh ginger root instead of ginger powder, feed it next to your juicer (you don't have to peel it; wash it thoroughly).
- Collect the juice: As the ingredients are juiced, the liquid will come out of the juicer's spout. Collect the juice in a glass or container.
- Strain the juice to remove foam: Place a fine mesh strainer over a clean container or pitcher. Pour the freshly juiced beet and lemon juice through the strainer. The strainer will catch any foam or larger particles, allowing only the liquid to pass through. Use a spoon to gently press down on the foam in the strainer to help extract more juice from it. Discard the foam and any solids that remain in the strainer.
- Add the sweetener: Pour maple syrup into a strained juice and stir until the juice blends.
- Serve and enjoy: Beet lemon juice is best served fresh, so enjoy your nutritious and refreshing juice immediately. If you prefer a chilled beverage, pour the juice over ice, add ginger powder to your taste, stir well, and enjoy!
- Note: I had about 1 1/4 cups of juice with this recipe (see the video).
Video
Notes
- Refer to the post above for video instructions and other useful information.
- Nutrition information is an estimate and will depend on your specific ingredients.
- Instead of ginger powder, you can use a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger root.
- I strongly encourage you to use fresh juice of lemon, but bottled lemon juice can also be used if you don’t have fresh lemons handy.
- I like using maple syrup here, but my mom frequently made beet lemon juice with regular sugar. In general, you can substitute 1/4 cup maple syrup with 2-3 tablespoons of granulated sugar (but you’ll have to dissolve it in a bit of water before you add it to the juice).
- Agave nectar can be used as a maple syrup substitute in a 1:1 ratio. Keep in mind that agave nectar has a milder flavor than maple syrup.
- If you like using honey instead, use a 1:1 ratio. Honey is sweeter than maple syrup, so be aware that it may make the juice a bit sweeter.
- Select fresh beets and lemons for the best flavor and nutrition. Look for beets that are firm and not overly wilted or soft.
- The amount of ginger you use can significantly affect the spiciness of the juice. Start with a small piece and add more to taste. Ginger can be pretty potent, so a little goes a long way 😏.
- Add apples or apple juice, carrots, other fruits, favorite veggies, and leafy greens to customize your juice for added sweetness or flavor variation.
- If the juice is too tart, add more maple syrup, honey, agave nectar, or another sweetener to balance the flavors. Stir well to combine.
