This simple, vibrant elixir is an excellent way to incorporate the incredible health benefits of fresh beets into your nightly routine. Rich in essential vitamins, antioxidants, and dietary nitrates, beetroot juice helps support healthy blood flow, natural cellular regeneration, and liver detoxification while you sleep.
Ingredients
The Star: 3 to 4 medium beetroots, thoroughly washed and peeled
The Brightener: 1 large green apple or pear (cored and sliced)
The Citrus: 1/2 a lemon or lime (peeled)
The Kick: 1/2-inch knob of fresh ginger root (peeled)
Optional Hydration: 1/2 cup pure coconut water or filtered water
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Veggies
Trim the tops and bottoms off your washed beetroots. Carefully peel away the tough outer skin using a vegetable peeler until you have smooth, deep-crimson rounds, exactly like the ones shown in image_14.png. Slice the beets into manageable wedges that easily fit your juicer or blender chute.
Step 2: Extract the Juice
If using a Juicer: Feed the beetroot wedges, apple slices, citrus, and fresh ginger through the machine. Collect the vibrant red juice in a pitcher.
If using a Blender: Combine all the chopped ingredients in a high-speed blender with 1/2 cup of filtered water. Blend on high for 2 minutes until completely liquefied. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or a nut milk bag into a bowl, squeezing out all the liquid and discarding the fibrous pulp.
Step 3: Mix and Chill
Stir the strained juice thoroughly. If it tastes too earthy, mix in a splash of coconut water or an extra squeeze of fresh lemon juice to balance the flavors.
Step 4: Serve and Sip
Pour the crimson juice into a glass and serve immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before drinking. Enjoy this earthy, sweet, and comforting tonic about an hour before bedtime.