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Japanese Keto Green Dream Juice

This healthy Japanese Keto Green Dream Juice recipe is perfect for those following a ketogenic diet. Made with fresh cucumber, celery, spinach, kale, green apple, lime, lemon, and cilantro, it's an energizing and refreshing option for breakfast or a mid-day snack.

Time: Prep: 15 minutes - Cook: None - Total: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired Keto

Allergens

Nuts (no nuts used in recipe, but always check individual ingredients)

Ingredients

  • 1 large cucumber
  • 3 celery stalks
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 cup kale leaves, de
  • stemmed
  • 1 small green apple
  • 1 lime
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Wash all produce thoroughly.
  2. Cut the cucumber into chunks and remove seeds if desired.
  3. Cut the celery into 1 inch pieces.
  4. Core and chop the green apple into large chunks.
  5. Remove the zest from the lime and lemon, then cut them both into wedges.
  6. Add all ingredients to a high speed blender.
  7. Blend on high until smooth, using a push through juicer for optimal juice extraction.
  8. Strain mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp, if desired.

Chef’s Insight

Use organic produce whenever possible to maximize nutrient content and reduce pesticide exposure.

Notes

This recipe is suitable for a ketogenic diet and is low in carbohydrates.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe draws inspiration from Japanese shiso-zuke, a method of pickling vegetables in rice bran.