Superfood Veggie Boost drink

I love the “Super Veggie Boost” because it is an easy and simple drink to make, especially when using the readily available base of low-sodium tomato juice you can buy from most grocery stores. I get mine from Trader Joe’s. Whole Foods, I hear, has a good one with even less sodium.

By adding a few fresh vegetables I have on hand, a fresh fruit for sweetness, a handful of greens and additional superfood ingredients, I quickly make a superfood morning or snack drink that hydrates me with great nutrients in flavorful drink without the need for extensive preparation or hard-to-find ingredients.

The “Super Veggie Boost” is particularly great for mornings or a snack because it serves as a hydrating and nutrient-dense beverage that can help kickstart your day on a healthy note. Here’s why it’s beneficial:

Hydration: The base of low-sodium vegetable tomato juice, along with the inclusion of hydrating ingredients like celery and green apple, helps replenish fluids in your body after a night of sleep, ensuring proper hydration to start your day.
Vitamins and Minerals: The drink incorporates a variety of fruits, vegetables, and leafy greens that are rich in essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. These nutrients play vital roles in supporting immune function, promoting cell health, and maintaining overall well-being.
Antioxidants: Many of the ingredients in the drink, such as tomatoes, beets, and ginger, contain antioxidants that help protect your body from oxidative stress and free radicals. Antioxidants are known for their potential to reduce inflammation, support heart health, and promote healthy aging.
Energy Boost: The natural sugars from fruits like green apple provide a quick source of energy to fuel your morning activities. Additionally, the combination of nutrients, including fiber and vitamins, helps sustain energy levels throughout the day.
Digestive Support: The fiber content from ingredients like celery, carrots, and leafy greens can aid in digestion and support a healthy gut, promoting regularity and overall digestive wellness.

By incorporating the “Super Veggie Boost” into your morning routine, you’re providing your body with essential hydration, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber, which can help you feel refreshed, nourished, and ready to tackle the day ahead.

Anytime Super Veggie Boost

Recipe by Superfood EditorCourse: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, SnacksCuisine: DrinksDifficulty: Easy

Servingsservings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minute

Calories

149

kcal

Total time

minutes

The "Super Veggie Boost" is a revitalizing drink featuring low-sodium vegetable tomato juice blended with the vegetables you have on hand like carrots, celery, mixed greens, beet, green apple, ginger, lemon juice, turmeric, and optional powdered fiber and creatine. Packed with nutrients, this flavorful beverage provides a refreshing and energizing boost to support overall well-being.

Ingredients

1 cup low-sodium vegetable tomato juice
A handful of mixed greens (baby spinach, baby kale, baby or romaine lettuce
1 Scoop of walnuts or other tree nuts
An extra vegetable or two or three that you have on hand, carrots, celery, beets, mushrooms, cucumbers . . .
1/2 green or other apple, cored and chopped
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
A pinch of cayenne pepper and black pepper
Water adjusted to achieve desired consistency
Optional: 1 tablespoon powdered fiber (for added fiber boost)
Optional: 1 teaspoon creatine powder (for added energy, mental clarity and muscle maintenance

Directions

In a blender or bullet, combine the low-sodium vegetable tomato juice, walnuts, carrot, celery, mixed greens or romaine lettuce, beet, green apple, ginger, lemon juice, turmeric powder, and any other vegetables you have on hand (such as cucumber or bell pepper).
Blend on high until all the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
If desired, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or black pepper for some extra spiciness.
If the consistency is too thick, you can add water gradually until you reach your preferred thickness.
For an added fiber boost, you can incorporate powdered fiber into the mixture and blend again.
If you'd like to include creatine powder for its potential workout benefits, add it to the blender and blend until well incorporated.
Pour the Super Veggie Boost into a glass and serve chilled.
Stir well before drinking, and you can garnish with a slice of lemon or a celery stalk if desired.

Here are some of the superfood benefits that the "Super Veggie Boost" offers:

Tomatoes: Low-sodium vegetable tomato juice is rich in lycopene, an antioxidant known for its potential to support heart health and protect against certain types of cancer.
Carrots: Carrots are packed with beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A, which is essential for eye health, immune function, and healthy skin.
Celery: Celery contains antioxidants and fiber that may help lower inflammation, support digestion, and promote hydration due to its high water content.
Mixed Greens or Romaine Lettuce: Leafy greens like mixed greens or romaine lettuce are nutrient powerhouses, providing vitamins A, C, K, and folate, as well as minerals like iron and calcium.
Beets: Beets are rich in antioxidants and nitrates, which have been associated with improved exercise performance, blood pressure regulation, and cognitive function.
Green Apple: Green apples are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants, providing a refreshing flavor and potential benefits for digestion and overall health.
Ginger: Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe digestion, alleviate nausea, and support immune function.
Lemon Juice: Lemon juice adds a refreshing tang while providing vitamin C and antioxidants that promote immune health.
Turmeric: Turmeric contains curcumin, a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound that has been linked to various health benefits, including reducing chronic inflammation.

Superfood Veggie Boost drink