It’s not always easy to get enough of the veggie-rich greens we all need every day. That’s why it’s so important to add more of them as often as possible. One great way to sneak in more veggies is through celery juice.
Celery is a mucilaginous vegetable with high concentrations of vitamins A, C, and K and minerals such as potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, and manganese. It also contains chlorophyll for its green color, which gives it an antioxidant effect that helps the liver cleanse our blood naturally and filters out harmful toxins from the body.
Not only does drinking celery juice have amazing health benefits from its nutrient-packed leaves; but it comes in handy when you’re looking to reduce your intake of other sugary beverages or juices. Here are some tips on how to drink celery juice without feeling overwhelmed:
Drink celery juice with a meal
When you’re looking for a way to add more veggies into your diet, adding celery juice to a meal is a great idea. Drinks that include celery juice with meals are loaded with micronutrients and will help fill you up before or after your meal.
If you’re not sure where to start, try making an easy blended smoothie by blending the juice of one stalk of celery, half of an avocado, two tablespoons of hemp seeds, one tablespoon of chia seeds, and two cups of water together in a blender. Blend until smooth.
Add some ice
to your celery juice to make it more refreshing and palatable
It’s easy to add ice to your celery juice. Just fill a tall glass with cold water, add a handful of ice cubes, and pour in your cup of celery juice.
Add lemon or lime
juice – Celery juice tastes great with these citrus flavors. You could also add a bit of sugar to make it sweeter if you like!
Make it at home
It’s easy to make your own celery juice at home. Simply slice a bunch of celery sticks and place them in a bowl. Pour water over the celery and leave it to soak for a few minutes, then drain the water out of the bowl. Add lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and pineapple juice (or other sweet fruit juice) to taste. Stir everything together until well combined. Add ice to be enjoyed later.
If you’re feeling more ambitious, you can also blend the ingredients together in a blender or even make your own celery puree by adding some of the soaking liquid back into the bowl before blending.
Celery juice is also great when you’re on-the-go; especially if you’re on an airplane or near a fountain with fresh water! Just fill up a bottle with celery leaves and keep it close as you fly through your flight.
Shake it up!
Add celery juice to an ice-cold glass of water.
Give your blender a few minutes to break down the tough fibers, and then blend it with ice.
If you’re looking for a sweeter drink, try blending celery juice with unsweetened almond or coconut milk.
Add some lemon or lime juice for a refreshing flavor.
Other ideas for adding more veggies in your diet
You can also add vegetables to your diet by cooking with them. For example, you can sauté vegetables in olive oil or butter and then add salt, pepper, and herbs for a savory side dish. Another option is to include vegetables as a protein source in your meal; try grilling zucchini instead of meat or adding spinach to scrambled eggs instead of mushrooms.
Conclusion
Celery is a great source of vitamin C and a number of other nutrients. It also has a distinctively earthy, slightly bitter taste which can be enhanced with lemon or lime juice and ice. The best way to drink celery juice is to mix it up with a meal like chicken soup or salad. If you’re not a fan of celery, you can also try adding celery to your favorite smoothie recipe.
