Tuesday, June 26, 2012

“Summertime Veggies Make Amazing Juices and Smoothies


Summertime is my favorite time of year to make smoothies and juices.  

Why? The abundance of fresh produce!  I know, but it takes so much time and effort to create the juices – why not just eat more fresh produce?  Because it’s virtually impossible to benefit from the same amount of nutrients you gain from drinking a delicious, tall glass of veggies.  Think about it.  Would you really eat the same amount of kale or spinach in one meal as you would if you drank 8 ounces?
Here’s a super tasty recipe that speeds up the metabolism and could easily become one of your favorite summertime treats:

Makes 1 quart.

1 English cucumber
1/2 head of celery
2 limes peeled
1/2 jalapeño pepper with seeds removed
1granny smith apple
Handful of cilantro
Beet greens from one bunch of beets
Run through the juicer and enjoy!

If you live in the Richmond Virginia area - check out our event calendar for upcoming classes on Juicefeasting, Green Smoothies and more!  On June 28th is "INTRO TO JUICEFEASTING" @ 5:30 pm EST. Check it out - www.debifarley.com