Revitalizing Greek Juice – A Keto Delight
A keto-friendly, nutrient-packed Greek juice recipe that combines the fresh flavors of citrus, cucumber, and mint for a rejuvenating start to your day.
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Ingredients
1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped 1 large orange, peeled and segmented 2 cups spinach leaves, packed 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
Wash all the produce thoroughly. Peel and chop the cucumber into small pieces. Peel and segment the orange, removing any seeds. In a blender, combine the cucumber, orange segments, spinach leaves, and fresh mint leaves. Blend on high speed until smooth and well combined. Pour the juice through a fine mesh strainer into a glass or jug to remove any pulp or seeds. Stir in the lemon juice and chia seeds (if using). Serve immediately, and enjoy your Revitalizing Greek Juice!
Chef’s Insight The chia seeds add a fun texture to the juice and are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids for those following a ketogenic diet.
Notes Adjust the sweetness of the juice to your preference by adding more or fewer orange segments.
Substitutions Replace the orange with a grapefruit or tangerine for a slightly different flavor.
Alternative Preparations Add a scoop of your favorite unflavored protein powder to make it a keto-friendly meal replacement shake.
Alternative Methods None, as this is a raw juice recipe.
Best Storage Practice Store any leftover spinach and mint leaves in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Shelf Life Consume immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Plating Tips Pour the strained juice into a glass or pitcher, and garnish with additional mint leaves or orange segments if desired.
Nutrition Facts Calories: 150 (approx.) - Carbohydrates: 23g (approx.) - Fiber: 8g (approx.) - Protein: 6g (approx.) - Fat: 4g (approx.)