Need more healthy keto drinks? Try my keto smoothie, keto blueberry smoothie, or avocado smoothie next. Did anyone else grow up as a juice kid? I sure did. In fact, I HATED drinking water more than anything. Thankfully as I’ve gotten older, I’ve also gotten wiser. Regular juice is delicious, but it’s also loaded with sugar. To combat this, I devised a low-carb juice recipe that keeps the same sweet, refreshing flavor…with minimal carbs.
Why I love this recipe
You can customize it endlessly. I’m starting with my favorite juice, which is citrus-forward, but of course, I tested out a variety of keto-friendly juices so you can try new flavors. No juicer needed. Juicers are expensive and tricky to clean, so I included a blender version just in case. WAY cheaper than bottled veggie juices. I’m not too embarrassed to admit I’ve paid upwards of $14 for a single juice. If I did that every day, my family would kill me! Yes, it’s actually sweet! Some fruits aren’t allowed on keto, but they’re in most juice recipes. That’s why I added a touch of sugar-free sweetener to give you that essential sweet factor.
Ingredients needed
Celery. This will be the bulk of our juice. Make sure the stalks have been thoroughly washed. You can leave the stems on if you wish. Orange, lime, grapefruit, OR lemon. Peeled. This adds flavor and balances out the ‘green’ celery flavor. My favorite of the three is the lemon juice! Liquid sweetener. I used keto simple syrup, but keto maple syrup or liquid stevia would also work.
How to make keto juice
I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post. Step 1- Prep. Wash the celery and citrus and remove stems or bruised bits. Step 2- Blend and serve. Juice the celery, followed by the citrus (don’t forget to peel it first!). Whisk in the sweetener. Serve as is or refrigerate until cold.
Arman’s recipe tips
Use a strainer to strain the juice before serving and remove any pulp or fibers. Use a blender instead. If you go this route, plan on needing a splash of water to get a smooth juice. Taste as you go and add more sweetener as needed. Just keep in mind more fruit equals more carbs. Making juice for kiddos? My mom would always dilute our juice with about ⅓ plain water–so we weren’t bouncing off the walls!
Storage instructions
To store: Because this juice isn’t cold-pressed or pasteurized, it’s best enjoyed fresh. Any leftover juice can be kept in an airtight container for up to one day.
Use fruit to sweeten. Omit the sweetener and juice 1 small apple or 1-2 peeled kiwi for natural sweetness. Make a green juice. Add a handful of leafy greens (like spinach, kale, parsley, and basil) to boost the antioxidants. Skip the celery. Juice cucumber or zucchini instead. Add some color. Add 1-2 large carrots or 1 large beet.
To freeze: Pour the vegetable juice into an ice cube tray, freeze it, and store the cubes in a freezer bag. Let the ice cubes thaw overnight and mix it well before serving.
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