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This recipe really could not be simpler, but it is so healthy. Carrot juice is great for detox, and apple makes it taste good. We use it as the base for smoothies in the morning, since fresh-squeezed juice is so much healthier than pasteurized, store-bought stuff. The kids will also drink it straight from time to time. Try it! It’s also great for people on the GAPS diet.
Ingredients:
- 2 medium apples, quartered
- 3 – 4 medium carrots, chopped in 1 – 2″ pieces
- 1/2 – 3/4 c. filtered water
Directions:
Place all ingredients in a blender. Turn on low and allow the blender to start to chop the fruit/veggies. Once somewhat chopped up, slowly turn the blender up until the mixture is completely pureed, adding a small amount of extra water if necessary. Put the puree into a tea towel or cloth and squeeze it gently until the juice has come out (into a cup, obviously!). Discard the squeezed pulp. Serve immediately. Makes about 8 – 12 oz. of juice.
And here I was, thinking that I couldn't juice veggies because I don't have a juicer. Thank you for the tip!
Don’t toss the pulp! There’s a lot you can do with it! Just search “carrot pulp recipes”