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Jugo Verde

A vibrant Latin American green juice blending spinach, celery, green apple, pineapple, ginger, and lime into a refreshing, nutrient-packed beverage.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups lightly packed fresh spinach
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 1 medium green apple cored and chopped
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 1 cup filtered water
  • Ice optional for serving

Equipment

  • High-power blender or juicer
  • Fine-mesh strainer or nut milk bag
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Large bowl or pitcher
  • Spoon for stirring
  • Two glasses for serving

Method
 

  1. Rinse all produce under cool running water and pat dry.
  2. Cut green apple in half, remove the core, and chop into blender-friendly chunks.
  3. Peel and chop pineapple into 1-inch pieces.
  4. Slice celery stalks into 2-inch segments, removing any tough strings.
  5. Peel and mince 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger root.
  6. Pour filtered water into the blender, then add spinach, celery, apple, and pineapple.
  7. Add minced ginger and pour in fresh lime juice.
  8. Blend on high speed for 60 to 90 seconds until completely smooth.
  9. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or nut milk bag into a bowl or pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract all juice.
  10. Taste the juice and adjust by adding more lime juice for tartness or water if too concentrated.
  11. Serve immediately over ice if desired.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, stirring before serving.