This Beet Juice Recipe is a quick blend of earthy beets, sweet limes, orange carrot, and black salt. It's a simple yet refreshing homemade drink that will refresh you on any summer day!
Beet Juice made from fresh ingredients gets its deep crimson color from beets. While one may always buy the juices, I love the idea of homemade juices because of the use of fresh ingredients in a budget-friendly way. Also, you may always control what ingredients to use and how much to use them to enhance the flavor of the juice.
You may use the juicer or blender to get the fresh beet juice. Since beets are earthy and bitter, I have added sweet lime to balance that off. You may add sugar as well. Though juices seem to be summer-friendly (this one is also made in the summer months), this beet juice can be made any time of the year.
We wait for winter to have sweet beet juice made with red carrots, as it keeps the body warm. Indulge in deliciousness with each sip of this flavorful beet juice with sweet limes!
A few popular beet recipes from the blog: Beet Smoothie Bowl, Beetroot Soup, and Beet Tacos.
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Ingredients
The detailed ratios of juice ingredients (which can be easily procured from the local grocery store) can be found in the recipe card below.
- Raw Beets- are the star ingredients of this juice as they impart vibrant color and an earthy flavor. I have used fresh beetroot of medium size and you may use any local variety. Make sure to wash the beets properly as they are muddy and this part takes more time than the entire recipe.
- Carrot-Carrots and beets go well together. This is summer time here and I have orange carrots. But in winter, we have juicy and sweet red carrots that are best for this beet juice recipe. If you can get hold of those carrots, I would recommend using them.
- Sweet Lime- Since beet is bitter, I wanted to balance the flavors and add 2 sweet limes. One is ripe enough to look like an orange. Oranges work well as well. You may add apples or berries too.
- Fresh Lemon Juice- I find any juice incomplete without the addition of a little lime juice. The tangy flavor adds depth to the overall flavor of this juice.
- Ginger- Fresh Ginger adds warm notes. While you may use ginger powder, the best taste, and flavor is imparted by the fresh ginger root.
- Mint Leaves- Adds the aromatic and cool sensation. You may use cilantro as well.
- Black Salt- The addition of salt balances the bitter flavor that comes from beets. You may use normal salt too.
How To Make Beet Juice
Using Juicer
Step 1. Wash and Chop
Since beets are root vegetables, make sure to wash them properly under running water to remove the mud. Peel it off and chop it into small chunks so that they blend easily in the juicer. You may peel sweet lime, ginger, and carrot as well. If you have beet greens, you may use them in vegetable juices or salads.
Wash the fresh mint leaves and remove the stems.
Step 2. Add Chopped Veggies Fruits into Juicer
In a juicer (I have used Philips Juicer), add a mix of fruits so that it doesn't get stuck. I added carrots, then sweet lime, and then ginger, and beet. It may take a while to get the juice coming. Keep pushing the chute down carefully. gather the fresh juice in a jar (or a large bowl) below the funnel. It will have a slushy-like consistency and will be of the right texture.
Step 3 Spice It and Serve It
Sprinkle black salt and add lemon juice. Have the vibrant and delicious beet juice within 15 minutes of making.
Using Blender
Before I had purchased the juicer, I used blender to make juice of any fruits or veggies.
Step 1. Wash and Chop remains same as given above.
Step 2. Blend It
Add everything into a blender and blend it for 2-3 min or till the mixture is smooth.
Step 3. Sieve It
Using a cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer, empty the contents of the blender. Squeeze the juice from the smooth mixture made in the above step.
Step 4. Serve It
Top the blended juice with salt and lemon juice and enjoy.
What Does Beet Juice Taste Like?
Beet juice has a distinct earthy and mild sweet taste. Some people describe it as having a flavor similar to that of the beetroot itself while other find it sweet. Some find the taste quite intense, while others enjoy its unique flavor. I think the best way to adjust bitter flavor of beets is to add sweet lime, oranges or apples.
Expert Tips
- Beets are full of mud. Wash the beetroots thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. Trim off the leafy tops, leaving about an inch of the stem intact. You can peel the beetroots if desired. I always use peeled beets in my recipes.
- Cut the beetroots into smaller pieces to fit into your juicer chute easily. You can mix ingredients while juicing.
- I don't recommend adding even a bit of water to juice as that may disrupt your digestion.
- You may use apples if you like more sweet and to balance the bitter flavor that comes from beet in the Ratio 4:4:2:1 for apple, carrot, orange/sweet lime, and beet.
- Consume the beet juice as fresh as possible. I don't recommend storing it.
Recipe FAQs
Well, it's recommended to have a variation of food and fruits when it comes to a wholesome diet. One cannot have the same food daily. Our body also needs variety for having different nutrition from different vegetables and fruits.
You shall ideally consume the juices in the morning or noon. Ideally, they should not be had empty stomach. You must have them with dry fruits or a light meal.
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Easy Beet Juice With Sweet Limes
Equipment
- 1 Juicer or blender
- 1 Chopping board
Ingredients
- 1 small beetroot fresh
- 2-3 large sweet lime oranges
- 1 small ginger chunk
- 2 medium carrot I have used orange carrot
- 5-6 leaves mint
- salt to taste
Instructions
Using Juicer Method
- Since beets are roots, make sure to wash them properly under running water to remove the mud. Peel it off and chop it into small chunks so that they blend easily in juicer. You may peel sweet lime, ginger and carrot as well. Wash the fresh mint leaves and remove the stems.
- In a juicer (I have used Philips Juicer), add a mix of fruits so that it doesn't get stuck. I added carrots, then sweet lime and then ginger and beet. It may take a while to get the juice coming. Keep pushing the chute down carefully. gather the fresh juice in a jar below the funnel.
- Sprinkle pink salt and add lemon juice. Have the vibrant beet juice within 15 min of the making.
Using Blender
- Step 1. Wash and Chop remains same as given above.
- Add everything into blender and blend it for 2-3 min or till the mixture is smooth.
- Using a cheesecloth or a strainer, squeeze the juice from the smooth mixture made in the above step.
- Top the blended juice with salt and lemon juice and enjoy.
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Notes
- Beets are full of mud. Wash the beetroots thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. Trim off the leafy tops, leaving about an inch of the stem intact. You can peel the beetroots if desired. I always use peeled beets in my recipes.
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- You may use apples if you like more sweet and to balance the bitter flavor that comes from beet in the Ratio 4:4:2:1 for apple, carrot, orange/sweet lime, and beet.
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- Cut the beetroots into smaller pieces to fit into your juicer chute easily. You can mix ingredients while juicing.
- This juice won't taste very sweet, but it has flavor from all the components. We like it without sugar. The definition of sweet may vary for you. Feel free to add refined sugar, honey, or maple syrup if you like it sweeter.
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Nutrition Facts Serving size: 1 Servings: 1 Amount per serving Calories 108 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0.8g 1% Saturated Fat 0.1g 0% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 279mg 12% Total Carbohydrate 27.5g 10% Dietary Fiber 7.1g 25% Total Sugars 13.8g Protein 3.1g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 85mg 7% Iron 3mg 16% Potassium 576mg 12% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice
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