Are you in need of a mid-January reset? If so, this winter detox juice has your name on it!
PS – did you know that January 19th is known as “quitters day” meaning that it’s the date where most people have given up on their resolutions. It was a cool fact I found out a few years ago and now it reminds me to check back in with what I want for the year and refocus on how I can steer my days toward my desired outcomes.
It’s a month of fresh starts and cozy mornings, and it’s time to give our bodies some extra love, and this Winter Detox Juice is just the thing to make you feel refreshed, energized, and oh-so-vibrant.
What I love about this recipe is how simple yet bursting with flavor it is.
Just four ingredients, all winter-fresh and bursting with nutrients, come together to make a juice that’s tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy with a warming kick from the ginger.
It’s like winter sunshine in a glass! I made a batch of this today and couldn’t stop myself—I drank the entire jar. (No regrets.)
So, let’s talk ingredients and why this combo is a superstar for your winter detox:
Cranberries: Tart little gems packed with antioxidants which help flush out toxins. Plus, they give the juice that gorgeous red-coral color. (Who doesn’t love a pretty drink?)
Pears: Hydrating, naturally sweet, and full of fiber (especially with the skin left on). Plus, their subtle flavor balances out the boldness of the other ingredients.
Oranges: Hello, vitamin C & bringing a zesty brightness to the juice, while also giving your immune system plenty of support.
Fresh Ginger: Ginger is my detox MVP. It warms you up from the inside, aids digestion, and adds just the right spicy kick to make this juice feel extra special.
Winter Detox Juice
INGREDIENTS
- 4 Pears unpeeled
- 3 Oranges peeled
- 3 Cups Fresh Cranberries or defrosted cranberries
- 1 inch Fresh Ginger unpeeled
DIRECTIONS
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Run everything through a juicer and serve asap!
Pro Tips for the Best Juice
Use hard pears for juicing ease. If your pears are mushy and too ripe they are nearly impossible to juice. Extra soft pears will turn into a weird mushy pear sauce and it’s not a good scene.
If cranberries aren’t in season near you, grab a bag from the freezer section—just let them thaw a bit before juicing.
Drink it fresh for the most nutrients, but you can store it in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 36 hours.
If you are in the market for a juicer, I prefer a horizontal slow juicer like this Omega one. It’s easy to use, easy to open & clean, and compared to other top brands, it’s not incredibly expensive. (Be warned – do not buy the cheaper model of this brand. I once purchased the $100 version and I threw it down our trash chute. It was so terrible I couldn’t even gift it to anyone.) I’ve also bought multiple $500+ vertical juicers and have despised them (they don’t remove enough pulp AND they’re impossible to open). I am happy with this mid-range model and it’s never failed me. (If you want top tier horizontal juicer, look into the stainless steel Angel Juicers)
No juicer? Fine! If you don’t have a juicer, toss everything into a high-speed blender with a splash of water, then strain it through a fine mesh strainer or nut milk bag. You MUST strain this! If you don’t strain this, it would technically be a smoothie, and that may not be the best flavor. I can only attest to these ingredients in juice form.
