Lemon Ginger Turmeric Wellness Cubes (Printable Version)

Frozen citrus shots combining lemon, ginger, and turmeric for an energizing daily wellness boost.

# What You Need:

→ Citrus

01 - 3 large lemons, juiced (approximately 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice)

→ Roots & Spices

02 - 2-inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
03 - 2-inch piece fresh turmeric root, peeled and chopped, or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
04 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Liquid

05 - 1 cup filtered water

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)

# How-To:

01 - Pour lemon juice, chopped ginger, chopped turmeric or ground turmeric, filtered water, black pepper, and sweetener if using into blender
02 - Process on high speed until completely smooth and well combined
03 - Pour blended liquid through fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into clean bowl to remove pulp and solids
04 - Transfer strained liquid into ice cube tray compartments, filling each evenly
05 - Place tray in freezer for minimum 2 hours until cubes are completely solid
06 - Remove cubes from tray and store in freezer-safe container. To serve, pop out 2 cubes per serving and dissolve in warm water, add to smoothies, or consume as concentrated wellness shot

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Anti-Inflammatory: Turmeric and ginger are renowned for their health-boosting properties.
  • Convenient: Pre-portioned cubes make it easy to add wellness to your daily routine.
  • Refreshing: A vibrant, citrusy kick that wakes up your palate.
02 -
  • Pepper is Key: Black pepper is essential for curcumin absorption from turmeric.
  • Storage: Store the cubes in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months for maximum freshness.
  • Vegan-Friendly: Ensure you use maple syrup instead of honey if you want the recipe to remain strictly vegan.
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