Lemon Ginger Turmeric Wellness Shots

10 mins
Serves 2
https://minimalistbaker.com/lemon-ginger-turmeric-wellness-shots/

Directions

  1. 1If using a juicer, add orange, lemon, turmeric, and ginger to the juicer (peel orange and lemon if recommended by your juicer).
  2. 2If using a juicer, add orange, lemon, turmeric, and ginger to the juicer (peel orange and lemon if recommended by your juicer).
  3. 3If using a juicer, add orange, lemon, turmeric, and ginger to the juicer (peel orange and lemon if recommended by your juicer).
  4. 4If using a blender, add turmeric and ginger to a high-speed or small blender (like a Nutribullet).
  5. 5If using a blender, add turmeric and ginger to a high-speed or small blender (like a Nutribullet).
  6. 6If using a blender, add turmeric and ginger to a high-speed or small blender (like a Nutribullet).
  7. 7Add the juice of the orange and lemons to the blender to help the mixture blend easier and remove pulp/rind.
  8. 8Add the juice of the orange and lemons to the blender to help the mixture blend easier and remove pulp/rind.
  9. 9Add the juice of the orange and lemons to the blender to help the mixture blend easier and remove pulp/rind.
  10. 10Blend on high for 30 seconds.
  11. 11Blend on high for 30 seconds.
  12. 12Blend on high for 30 seconds.
  13. 13Add a little water if the mixture has trouble blending, though it shouldn't be necessary.
  14. 14Add a little water if the mixture has trouble blending, though it shouldn't be necessary.
  15. 15Add a little water if the mixture has trouble blending, though it shouldn't be necessary.
  16. 16Strain the blended mixture through a clean thin dish towel, small fine mesh strainer, or nut milk bag.
  17. 17Strain the blended mixture through a clean thin dish towel, small fine mesh strainer, or nut milk bag.
  18. 18Strain the blended mixture through a clean thin dish towel, small fine mesh strainer, or nut milk bag.
  19. 19Divide the strained juice between serving glasses and enjoy.
  20. 20Divide the strained juice between serving glasses and enjoy.
  21. 21Divide the strained juice between serving glasses and enjoy.
  22. 22For maximum benefits, top with fresh cracked black pepper immediately.
  23. 23For maximum benefits, top with fresh cracked black pepper immediately.
  24. 24For maximum benefits, top with fresh cracked black pepper immediately.
  25. 25Consider adding a little fat, such as olive oil, to improve turmeric absorption.
  26. 26Consider adding a little fat, such as olive oil, to improve turmeric absorption.
  27. 27Consider adding a little fat, such as olive oil, to improve turmeric absorption.
  28. 28Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  29. 29Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  30. 30Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  31. 31Compost leftover pulp or freeze it into an ice cube tray to add to future smoothies or refrigerate for tonics.
  32. 32Compost leftover pulp or freeze it into an ice cube tray to add to future smoothies or refrigerate for tonics.
  33. 33Compost leftover pulp or freeze it into an ice cube tray to add to future smoothies or refrigerate for tonics.

Ingredients

  • 1 small orange (add 1-2 more oranges for added sweetness / omit and add another lemon for less sweetness!)
  • 1 small orange (add 1-2 more oranges for added sweetness / omit and add another lemon for less sweetness!)
  • 1 small orange (add 1-2 more oranges for added sweetness / omit and add another lemon for less sweetness!)
  • 2 small lemons (add 1-2 more lemons for more acidity / reduce by half and add another orange for less acidity!)
  • 2 small lemons (add 1-2 more lemons for more acidity / reduce by half and add another orange for less acidity!)
  • 2 small lemons (add 1-2 more lemons for more acidity / reduce by half and add another orange for less acidity!)
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh turmeric (peeling optional)
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh turmeric (peeling optional)
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh turmeric (peeling optional)
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh ginger (peeling optional)
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh ginger (peeling optional)
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh ginger (peeling optional)
  • 0.125 tsp fresh black pepper
  • 0.125 tsp fresh black pepper
  • 0.125 tsp fresh black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp oil (such as extra virgin, optional / to help improve turmeric absorption)
  • 0.25 tsp oil (such as extra virgin, optional / to help improve turmeric absorption)
  • 0.25 tsp oil (such as extra virgin, optional / to help improve turmeric absorption)

Equipment

juicerhigh-speed blendersmall blenderjuicing toolclean thin dish towelsmall fine mesh strainernut milk bagserving glasses

Tips

  • For maximum benefits, enjoy immediately and top with fresh cracked black pepper.
  • Adding a little fat, such as olive oil or coconut oil, can improve turmeric absorption.
  • Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 24 hours for best freshness and benefits.
  • Leftover pulp can be composted, frozen into ice cubes for smoothies, or refrigerated and used to steep in tonics.
  • Turmeric can stain, so be careful when straining.
  • For ground turmeric, use 1/2 tsp per shot instead of fresh turmeric.