Apple Cranberry Ginger Lemon Detox Juice

4.89 from 9 votes

Apple Cranberry Ginger Lemon Detox Juice

When it comes to this Apple Cranberry Ginger Lemon Detox Juice, it’s all about the spicy ginger and cranberry flavors paired with the bit of tartness from the lemon and granny apples. Great as a detox or a boost in digestion and immune system support; this recipe is completely natural, easy to make, and perfect for the Fall season.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Drinks

Keyword: apple, apples, beverage, cranberry, detox, digestion, drinks, easy, fall recipe, ginger, gluten-free, healthy, holidays, homemade, juice, lemon, natural, plant-based, recipe, vegan

Servings: servings

Calories: 194kcal

Author: Shanika

Ingredients

JUICE:

6 cups filtered water
1 lb. ginger root, peeled + chopped
2 lemons, rfeshly-squeezed
3 medium Granny Smith apples, sliced w/ skin on
1 cup organic cranberry juice, unsweetened
½ cup Agave or Honey (See Notes!)

GARNISH:

Slices of Grann Smith apples
Lemon slices
Fresh whole cranberries
Fresh rosemary sprigs, optional

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Instructions

BOIL THE INGREDIENTS:

In a pot over medium-high heat, add the water and let it boil. Once boiling, add chopped ginger roots and sliced apples, for about 2-3 minutes, before reducing the heat and allowing it to simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cover the pot with a top and let the mixture cool completely.
Once cooled, add in the freshly-squeezed lemon juice and Agave, stirring together until combined.

ASSEMBLY:

In a pitcher, pour in the cooled mixture and add in the cranberry juice, stirring everything together until combined.
Add fresh apple slices, lemon slices, and whole cranberries to pitcher with juice to keep things potent and for added flavor.
Cover the pitcher with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.

TO SERVE:

To serve, add crushed ice to a glass and/or mason jar (optional) and pour detox juice until ¾ filled. Garnish with fruit if desired. Repeat for every serving.
Sip and enjoy!

Notes

STORAGE: Keep any leftovers in the refrigerator, tightly covered in your pitcher or in a sealed mason jar for easy meal prep throughout the week. Best if consumed within a few days.
SWEETENER: If you choose to opt out of Agave, you can always substitute with pure maple syrup or Honey (for extra antioxidants) as well.
DRINK (HOT): This drink can also be consumed warm if preferred. Simply re-heat juice in a small pot for 2-3 minutes and add to your favorite mug and enjoy!
SWEETNESS: Add more sweetener or Agave for more sweetness if needed, 1 tablespoon at a time.

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