Cabbage and Kale Detox Juice (Printable)

A vibrant green blend of cabbage, kale, and crisp vegetables with zesty ginger and lemon for a refreshing, nutrient-packed drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup green cabbage, chopped
02 - 1 cup kale leaves, stems removed, chopped
03 - 1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped
04 - 1 stalk celery, chopped

→ Fruit

05 - 1 green apple, cored and chopped
06 - Juice of 1 lemon

→ Flavorings

07 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled
08 - 1/2 cup cold water (optional, for blending)

# Directions:

01 - Wash all produce thoroughly under cold running water. Prepare all vegetables and fruit as directed in ingredients list.
02 - Feed cabbage, kale, cucumber, celery, apple, ginger, and lemon juice through the juicer according to manufacturer instructions. Stir juice thoroughly before serving.
03 - Place cabbage, kale, cucumber, celery, apple, ginger, lemon juice, and water in blender container. Blend on high speed until completely smooth, approximately 1-2 minutes. Strain mixture through fine mesh sieve or nut milk bag to remove pulp, if desired.
04 - Pour juice into glasses over ice, if preferred. Consume immediately for maximum nutrient benefits.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The ginger lemon combo wakes up your palate better than coffee ever could
  • You get two full servings of vegetables before youve even brushed your teeth
  • It costs about three dollars to make but feels like something from a fancy juice bar
02 -
  • Drinking this on an empty stomach can hit hard — start with half a serving your first time
  • The pulp makes an incredible addition to veggie burgers or scrambled eggs
  • If it tastes too grassy, you probably need more apple
03 -
  • Roll your kale leaves into a tight bundle before chopping to make removal easier
  • Room temperature ingredients actually juice better than cold ones
  • If your ginger is stubborn, use a spoon to scrape off the skin instead of a knife
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