Carrot Ginger Juice

Carrot Ginger Juice

Recipe Details:

Ingredients

Per Serving
  • Carrots (roughly diced): 4 medium
  • Ginger: 1-inch piece
  • Lemon juice: 1 tsp
  • Black pepper: ¼ tsp
  • Extra virgin olive oil / Cold-pressed coconut oil: ½ tsp
  • Water: as required

Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm

*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon

Method

  • Add diced carrots, ginger, and water to a blender; blend until smooth.
  • For a high-fiber version, use as is (unstrained) for better antioxidant and nutrient intake.
  • Add lemon juice, black pepper, and oil; stir well to combine.
  • Serve fresh and chilled.
  • Note: For individuals with poor appetite, swallowing difficulty, or early satiety (e.g., advanced COPD), serve lightly strained to make it easier to drink.

Benefits

  • This juice provides beta-carotene and vitamin C, which help support immunity and overall respiratory wellness.
  • It also offers gentle warming effects from ginger and black pepper, making it soothing for the throat and airways.

Nutritional Value per serving

Calories (kcal) Carbohydrates (g) Proteins (g) Fats (g)
130.46 23.36 2.28 3.10

Reference:

  • Clinical Dietetics Manual; Indian Dietetic Association. 2nd ed. Seth V and Desai N. Elite Publishing House; 2018.
  • Longvah.T and Ananthan.R. 2017. Indian food Composition Table. 1st ed. National Institute of Nutrition.
  • Fatsecret India. Food Database and Calorie Counter. Accessed 20th Jan 2023. Available at https://www.fatsecret.co.in/calories-nutrition/
  • US Department of Agriculture. Food Data Search Results, Fish Salmon Atlantic farmed Cooked Dry Heat. Accessed 21st Feb 2023. Available at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175168/nutrients

Disclaimer:

The information provided is for health awareness only and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before making any changes to your lifestyle or treatment regime.

*Images used are for representation purpose only.

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