Got 5 minutes to spare? Blend a batch of this refreshing & energizing veggie juice packed with fresh vegetables & a kick of metabolism boosting spicy jalapeño. Your body will thank you!
Before I share the recipe for this great recipe for Fresh & Spicy Summer Veggie Juice in a Jar, let me just tell you that I have fully embraced this month’s Recipe ReDux Theme, Raising the Bar on Food in a Jar.
Here’s the great thing about serving food in jars…
It’s fun, it’s budget friendly {use any leftover jars you already have-no need to buy extra dishes}, and, if you use small jars, it’s a great way to cut down on portion size.
The next time you get an ice cream craving, bust out the little jars instead of the big bowls, & you’ll see exactly what I mean 🙂
In all fairness though, there’s no need for portion control with this veggie juice because it’s super simple, with no added-sugar…
Just fresh summer veggies {heirloom tomatoes, sweet onions, red bell peppers, cucumbers, zucchini}, salt & pepper, + a kick of spice from fresh jalapeño.
That’s it!
How to Make Fresh Veggie Juice in a Blender
- Pick your veggies. I like to use up whatever leftover bits and pieces of veggies I have on hand, including leafy greens or fresh herbs.
- Pop ’em in a blender.
- Blend, baby, blend.
- Pour it in jars {over ice is nice}, and serve!
In less than 5 minutes, you end up with the most delicious and super nourishing fresh veggie juice, that looks like this…
Is fresh veggie juice good for you?
This fresh veggie juice is an easy and delicious way to boost your daily intake of fruits and vegetables.
In addition to a wee bit of microbiome friendly fiber, each glass provides:
- Potassium + Vitamins A & K
- Vitamin C {60 % 0f your daily needs}
- Lycopene for prevention again heart disease and certain cancers.
- A metabolism boost. Although it’s modest, studies show spicy foods may boost your metabolism up a notch~every little bit helps, right?!
- A deliciously refreshing way to cool off on a hot summer’s day!
This veggie juice is also a fabulous way to clean out your fridge & cut back on food waste. Give it a try ~ my guess is you’ll be drinking this vegetable juice all summer long~Cheers!
Fresh Veggie Juice
Ingredients
- 3 cups chopped tomatoes, Heirloom or other ripe summer tomatoes
- 1 red orange, or yellow bell pepper, chopped in to large chunks
- 1 cup cilantro, de-stemmed
- 1/2 sweet onion, chopped in to large chunks
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled and chopped in to large chunks
- 1/2 zucchini, chopped in to large chunks
- 2-4 slices fresh jalapeno with seeds, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place all veggies, except the jalapeno, in a powerful blender, such as a Vitamix, and blend until liquified.
- Add salt and pepper to taste and blend.
- Add 2 slices jalapeno, then blend and taste. If additional spiciness is desired, add 2 + more slices jalapeno and blend well.
- Serve over ice, or chill in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use this recipe as a starting guide for your own fresh veggie juice, but feel free to experiment with other vegetables, based upon your taste preferences, what’s in your fridge, and what veggies are in season.
- For a low FODMAP option, omit raw onions, or substitute with green onion tops.
- Adjust the spice as needed! With 4 slices jalapeño, this had a nice spicy zip to it, but feel free to adjust the amount based upon you own taste.
Nutrition
P.S. If you dig the idea of serving food in a jar, I think you’ll love these recipes too!
- Crunchy Asian Chopped Cabbage Salad with Peanut Dressing
- Fresh Pineapple Ginger Kale Smoothie
- Kale Frosty
- Orange Ginger Pear Sauce
- PBJ Smoothie
- Spicy Cranberry Squash Chutney
- Strawberry Lemon Tarragon Sauce
- Sub Tropical Smoothie
- Tropical Granola
And, if you want another great veggie juice recipe, this Re-Boot Green Juice is one of my favorite homemade juices!
Let’s chat!
Have you embraced the food in a jar trend like me? Are you a fan of veggie juice? What about Bloody Mary’s? Small serving of ice cream on a spoon or in a jar, OR large serving in a big bowl???
