I’m not a fan of juice cleanses, but sometimes I crave a cold, flavorful green juice. It’s a great way to squeeze in more greens, and it can taste super delicious. If you’ve ever made fresh juice at home, you know it can be quite a process. So, if you don’t want to drag out the juicer (or don’t want to invest in one in the first place), this recipe is for you. My Blender Green Juice gives you the experience of drinking a tall glass of greens – no juicer required! 

Is green juice good for you?

The answer is a little complicated…

The ingredients in green juice can provide a variety of health benefits. Common ingredients like leafy greens, cucumber, celery, and ginger can offer essential nutrients such as vitamins A, K, and C, as well as antioxidants and minerals like iron.

However, it lacks the fiber found in whole fruits and vegetables. Fiber is essential for healthy blood sugar balance and digestion, so it’s important to also include whole fruits and vegetables in your diet. This is exactly why I’m such a big fan of making green juice in the blender! You get to maintain the fiber.

Green juice can be a really refreshing drink, but it isn’t a magic bullet. The very best way to get your nutrients is, of course, from whole foods. So, enjoy your juice, but don’t fall prey to the magical thinking that it will cure all your ailments.

Benefits of blender green juice

1. Cost-Effective: it’s more cost-effective than buying it from a juice shop or investing in a juicer. You can use ingredients you already have at home and save money in the long run.
2. Easy to Make: it’s quick and easy. You simply need to blend the ingredients together, strain the pulp if desired, and enjoy your fresh juice. No complicated juicing process or cleanup required.
3. Retains Fiber: Unlike juicers that extract the juice from fruits and vegetables, blenders retain the fiber content in the juice. Fiber is essential for a healthy digestive system and can help regulate blood sugar levels.
4. Nutrient-Dense: Green juice made in a blender is nutrient-dense, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from the fresh ingredients. It’s a great way to boost your intake of essential nutrients and support overall health.
5. Versatile: With a blender, you have the flexibility to customize your green juice recipe to suit your taste preferences. You can add different fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a unique blend that appeals to you.

Best blender options for making green juice

While high-powered blenders will give you the most consistent, “juice-like” texture, any blender can work. Here are some of the best blender options that will help you create delicious and nutrient-dense green juice at home:

1. Vitamix Blender: I’ve had my Vitamix blender for over 10 years and still love it! This is a great high-powered option.
2. Ninja Blender: Before we moved in together, my husband had a Ninja blender. It’s another excellent high-powered option. We especially like the individual cup option.
3. Nutribullet Blender: I haven’t used a Nutribullet personally, but I’ve heard great things. This would be another good option for blender green juice.

Ingredients needed for green juice

The most fun part of making smoothies and juices is how customizable they can be! Here is a list of some popular ingredients you can add to your homemade green juice:

1. Leafy Greens: Spinach and kale are excellent choices, as they are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
2. Cucumber: Cucumber adds a refreshing and hydrating element to the juice, as well as a mild flavor that complements the greens.
3. Celery: Stalks of celery add a subtle earthy flavor, as well as additional hydration.
4. Fresh herbs: fresh parsley, cilantro, mint, basil
5. Ginger: A small piece of ginger adds a spicy kick to the juice, as well as anti-inflammatory properties and digestion benefits.
6. Apples: Green apples are a fantastic natural sweetener, adding a touch of sweetness without the need for added sugar.
7. Lemon or lime: fresh lemon juice or lime juice adds a refreshing citrus flavor to the green juice, as well as providing detoxification properties and a boost of vitamin C.
8. Liquids: water, coconut water, nut milk, soy milk, or other fruit juices
9. Other fresh or frozen fruits: Anything goes! The juicer, the better. Orange slices, watermelon cubes, mango, berries

Let’s look at some of the ingredients in this Blender Green Juice:

Greens

Considered the healthiest food in the world by many. Greens may help lower cholesterol, prevent certain cancers, and boost immunity, memory, and mental function.

Pineapple

Contains digestive enzymes that help with digestion and bloating.

Flaxseeds

May help lower blood pressure, and balance blood sugar and hormones.

Citrus

Increases blood flow to the whole body, suppresses abnormal cell growth, and helps reduce inflammation.

Ginger

Calms upset stomach and morning sickness, can help with menstrual cramps and bloating.

Cayenne

Supports healthy digestion, metabolism, and immunity, and helps reduce inflammation.

Basic steps for making blender green juice

1. Gather and prep all your ingredients: green apple, lemon, greens (such as spinach or kale), kiwi, and celery… or whatever you plan to use!
2. Add all the chopped produce into the blender. You may need to blend in batches depending on the size of your blender.
3. Add a little bit of water or other liquid to the blender to help with the blending process. The amount of liquid you add will depend on your preference for the consistency of the juice.
4. Blend the ingredients until smooth. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender a few times to ensure everything gets blended evenly.
5. Serve the juice immediately and enjoy! You can also store it in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days.

How to store green juice

After making your green juice in a blender, it’s important to store it properly to maintain its freshness and nutrients. Here are some tips:

1. Use an airtight container: Transfer your green juice into an airtight jar or bottle before storing it in the refrigerator. This will help prevent oxidation and keep the juice fresh for longer.
2. Stir before drinking: As it sits, the juice may separate a bit. Before drinking your juice, be sure to give it a good stir to mix everything back together.
3. Refrigerate promptly: Homemade green juice should be stored in the refrigerator as soon as possible. It is best to consume the juice within 4-5 days to ensure its freshness.
4. Freeze if needed: If you know that you won’t be able to finish the green juice within 48 hours, you can freeze it for later consumption. Freeze the juice in an airtight container, leaving some extra room for expansion. When you’re ready to enjoy the frozen green juice, thaw it in the refrigerator and drink it immediately.

Pineapple Ginger Blender Green Juice

Here’s my go-to blender green juice recipe. I love the sweetness of the pineapple, pop of lime, and spiciness of the ginger and cayenne.

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Author: Kayli Anderson MS RDN

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Blender Green Juice

If you don’t want to drag out the juicer (or don’t want to invest in one in the first place), this recipe is for you. My Blender Green Juice gives you the experience of drinking a tall glass of greens – no juicer required!

Prep time: 10 MinTotal time: 10 Min

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh spinach
• ½ cup frozen pineapple
• 1 cup cold water
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
• Juice of ½ lime
• ½ inch fresh ginger, peeled
• pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a blender, and blend until smooth.

I love my Vitamix Blender, but any blender will do for this recipe! If green juice has been part of a dieting mindset for you, read my post about why diets don’t work (and what to do instead of dieting).