Fresh Carrot Juice Recipe
Carrot juice is vibrant, refreshing, and packed with nutrients. This homemade version is naturally sweet, rich in vitamins A & C, and full of antioxidants to boost skin health, immunity, and digestion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make fresh carrot juice at home in minutes—no preservatives, no added sugar, just pure goodness!
Drink it first thing in the morning for the best absorption, or enjoy it as a midday energy boost. This recipe includes easy variations like carrot-orange juice, carrot-ginger juice, and carrot-pineapple juice, so you can customize it to your taste!
Ingredients
- 🔹 Essential Ingredients
- 4 large fresh carrots peeled and chopped
- 1 cup cold water adjust for desired consistency
- 🔹 Optional Add-Ins for Extra Flavor
- ½ inch fresh ginger – Adds a spicy kick & aids digestion
- 1 apple – Enhances natural sweetness
- ½ lemon – Balances flavor & prevents oxidation
- 1 tsp honey – Optional for extra sweetness
- ½ tsp turmeric – Adds anti-inflammatory benefits
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Using a Juicer (Quick & Easy Method)
- Wash, peel, and chop the carrots.
- Feed them through a juicer, collecting the juice in a glass.
- Stir in lemon juice or honey if desired.
- Serve immediately over ice or chilled.
- 2️⃣ Using a Blender (No Juicer? No Problem!)
- Add chopped carrots to a blender with 1 cup cold water.
- Blend on high speed until completely smooth.
- Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- Press out the juice, discard the pulp, and serve!
- 3️⃣ Hand Grating Method (Traditional Way)
- Grate carrots finely using a box grater.
- Place the grated carrots in a cheesecloth and squeeze out the juice.
- Stir in lemon juice or honey, and enjoy!
Notes
✔ Use Fresh Carrots – The fresher the carrots, the sweeter the juice!
✔ No Need for Added Sugar – Carrots are naturally sweet.
✔ Drink Immediately – Fresh juice oxidizes quickly, so consume within 30 minutes for the best nutrients.
✔ Make it Creamy – Blend with coconut milk or almond milk for a smoothie-like texture.
✔ No Need for Added Sugar – Carrots are naturally sweet.
✔ Drink Immediately – Fresh juice oxidizes quickly, so consume within 30 minutes for the best nutrients.
✔ Make it Creamy – Blend with coconut milk or almond milk for a smoothie-like texture.