Today is the first day of my Whole30 and it's off to a semi-rough start because I opened the fridge this morning and downed a big guzzle of homemade berry kefir, which has become a habit. I didn't even think twice about it, but I'm not supposed to be eating dairy. Guess I'll tack on an extra day to the end... Whole31! It's a real thing.
I'm going to have to hide the off-limits stuff until I break that habit.
Darn.
Guess it's a good thing I'm doing this. Gotta get rid of some of this brain fog. Now where was I?
Right. No dairy. Bummer. Some cheeses and kefir will be what I miss the most.
Although, if I can still drink juice like this, I don't have much to complain about. I know I'm a little bit of an odd-ball. Most people don't relish raw juices, especially with a kick of raw ginger. It's not for the faint of heart, that's true. If you can't really cope, but want the benefits, put it in a small glass, plug your nose, and throw down!
I can appreciate the fact that vegetables are best in their whole form because of the fiber and what-not, but if I sat down to a plate of cucumber, apple, lime, spinach, and ginger, there are no promises that I'd finish it. When you juice it up, slamming the whole thing is a cinch.
Remember, if you're here strictly for the sweets, you're going to have to wait about 31 days! Meanwhile, I'll use this month to build up some killer entrees (hopefully).
Green Zinger Juice
Makes 3 4-ounce servings
It should go without saying, but wash all your produce very well and organic, when you can get it, is best.
1 large cucumber
1 small apple, cored
1 lime, peeled
1 giant handful spinach, stems removed if desired
Die-sized piece of peeled fresh gingerroot
Cut all produce into pieces small enough to feed into your juicer.
I start with the spinach and end with a cucumber piece. Otherwise, go nuts. Do what you want.
Best enjoyed immediately.
If reserving some, place in the refrigerator in a covered container. Consume within the day.
This sounds wonderful. I make drinks in my blender rather than juicing - I'll try to remember to let you know how that goes.
ReplyDeleteAs long as you have a very powerful blender, I don't see a reason why it won't work!
DeleteGood luck! Love the bright green color.
ReplyDeleteThanks Barbara. The color makes me feel like I'm glowing once I down it!
DeleteI cant believe you cant have keifer! Its so darn good for you! ;) Beautiful post and recipe!
ReplyDeleteHaha! Thanks Amanda! It's my latest obsession. I'm just cutting it out to make sure dairy isn't doing anything weird to me. I'm pretty sure it's not, but I'd like to know for sure.
DeleteI need this is my life right now. Good luck with it all! You can get through each day, I know it. I need a juicer!
ReplyDeleteYes, you do need a juicer! They're really pretty fun, especially when you can load up on produce at the farmer's markets or you have a CSA. Right now, I'm going hour-by-hour, but I know I'll make it. I'm too stubborn not to!
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