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How to juice celery to enjoy alone or in juice blends as a fresh and nourishing beverage – including the top benefits of celery juice and its side effects!
I’ve always prescribed an 80/20 approach to my diet, trying to consume a primarily healthy 80%, with 20% treats along the way. One way I love to provide my body with a concentrated dose of nutrients is through juicing! And, while I’ve shared recipes for ginger turmeric energy shots, plain celery juice has taken the health world by storm.
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How to make celery juice (in a juicer)
- First, wash and trim the celery stalks, making sure to remove any dirt.
- Then, feed the celery into your juicer, give the final juice a stir, and enjoy!
To make celery juice in a blender: Blend the celery (cut into small chunks) with about ½ cup of water or coconut water until smooth. Then, strain the juice through a fine-mesh strainer or nut milk bag, squeezing/pressing well to extract all the juice.
Boosting flavor
- Zingy citrus: A squeeze of lemon juice or lime juice helps brighten and complements the earthiness of celery. Add zest for more zing.
- Apples: Select the type of apple based on how sweet or tart you’d like the juice. I prefer sweet apples, like Honey Crisp or Fuji apples. Green apples will maintain color.
- Ginger: A small piece of fresh ginger root will add a kick of heat and warmth.
- Fresh herbs: Basil, mint, or cilantro add herbal, aromatic depth.
- Cucumber: To naturally dilute the juice while adding hydration and fresh, subtly sweet flavor.
- Cinnamon: Just a pinch for warmth.
What to do with celery juice pulp
There are several ways to save this green pulp from the trash:
- Add it to smoothy recipes or Winter soups recipes for extra fiber and nutrients,
- Use it to enhance the flavor of homemade homemade chicken stock or homemade vegetable stock.
- Bake it into bread or savory muffins,
- Dehydrate and grind into a powder to add extra nutrients and fiber to foods/drinks,
- Compost it.
You can also freeze it in an ice-cube tray or spread it flat in a Ziplock bag for 2-3 months to use later.
How long does celery juice last in the fridge
It’s best to enjoy freshly made celery juice immediately for optimal nutrient absorption. However, any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
You can also freeze the juice, portioned in an ice-cube tray, for up to 4 months.
More homemade juice recipes
If you try this fresh celery juice recipe, let me know how it goes in the comments below. I’d appreciate a recipe card rating and would love to see your recipe recreations – tag me on Instagram @Alphafoodie!
How to Make Celery Juice (In a Juicer)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 28.5 oz celery organic is best
This will yield about 2.5 cups (600 ml) of juice
Instructions
- Wash and trim the celery stalks, making sure to remove any dirt.
- Feed the celery into your juicer, give the final juice a stir, and enjoy!
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Notes
- Use organic celery: (When possible) This will help you avoid consuming large quantities of pesticide chemicals. Celery is on the Dirty Dozen list.
- Don’t discard the pulp: There are several ways to use it listed in the post.
- Fresh juice is best: Consume it immediately to consume the maximum amount of vitamins, minerals, and active enzymes before oxidization breaks them down.
- The best juicer: I recommend using a slow juicer or masticating juicer to minimize oxidization and heat for maximum nutrients in the detox green juice.
- To dilute the juice: If you can’t drink it alone, try diluting it with a little water/coconut water or turn it into a delicious green juice.
- The celery juice cleanse: Drink 16 oz (475 ml) of celery juice each morning on an empty stomach. If the cleanse is something you’re interested in, check out this resource from Medical Medium.
- To make celery juice in a blender: Blend the celery (cut into small chunks) with about ½ cup of water or coconut water until smooth. Then, strain the juice through a fine-mesh strainer or nut milk bag, squeezing/pressing well to extract all the juice.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Amazing recipe! i love juicing i squeeze a tad of lemon as well. My skin thanks me..& my gut/ bowels.please continue to share!!
Thank you so much for your comment, Dani!
Is this supposed to be spicy?
Hi,
It’s not really supposed to be spicy.
Thanks!!
What’s the name of the juicer that you’re using?
Hi,
It’s the slow juicer from Omega, it’s linked in the recipe card, here on the blog.
I did try this through my eldest daughters recommendation. I drink it 1st thing in the morning in an empty stomach and drink about 6oz. It’s been 12 days and I do feel the difference. I’m not as bloated as before, reflux has eased a lot and I think I lost a little on the waist, had to adjust my belt a little bit too. I juice every 3 days to keep it fresh. I just love it.
I will start using the pulp and fiber as ice cubes or an add on on soup/veggies.
Thanks for that info.
Thank you so much for your comment, Eduardo. Glad you are enjoying the juice and it’s benefits. 🙂
Do you drink it all at once? Also, how often? Thanks
Hi Astrid,
It’s recommended to have this green juice in the morning, on an empty stomach. You can start with a serving of 8 ounces (~250 ml). If you make a big batch, you can keep the fresh juice in the fridge for a couple of days.
Hi can i also just blend the ingredients?
Hi Jennerie,
Yes, you can blend the ingredients. You can add a bit of water (1/4 cup) to help the blades. You then need to sieve the mixture or pass it through a mesh/nut milk bag in order to remove the pulp and fibers. I hope this helps.
It was mentioned you can blend this mixture as I was told to buy a friend. But we drink the whole thing pulp and all! What’s your advice? I don’t mind the pulp…
Hi Steve,
You can blend and drink it with the pulp if you struggle to remove the pulp. This will also provide more fiber.
What kind of juicer is that?
Hi Sheila,
The juicer I use is from Omega and I have a link for the exact model on my Shop page on the blog. Hope this helps.
What juicer are you using I need to buy one
Hi Carolyn,
The juicer is from Omega. There is a link for the exact model on the Shop page on the blog. Hope this helps.
Hi what brand is the juicer you’re using?
Hi Mandy,
The juicer is from Omega. There is a link for the exact model on the Shop page on the blog. Hope this helps.
What type is the juicer? Please give me brand name.
Thank you
Hi Andrea,
The juicer I use is from Omega and I have a link for the exact model on my Shop page on the blog. Hope this helps.
Hi! please share the link, getting a good juicer remains a big challenge, thanks
Hi Chris,
The juicer is from Omega. There is a link for the exact model on the Shop page of the blog. Hope this helps.
What brand is the juicer you use ???
Hi Krisbel,
The juicer I use is from Omega and I have a link for the exact model on my Shop page on the blog. Hope this helps.