This fresh basil apple lime juice is very refreshing and full of health benefits. The tartness of the lime balances the sweetness of the apples.
I don’t know about you, but I’m still feeling really stuffed from the holidays. Getting back into my work and exercise routine has been slow moving, to say the least. At times it has been downright painful. Since returning home I’ve been watching my processed sugar and gluten intake to try and detox from all of the heavy food I consumed for 11 days straight. I’ve also dusted off my juicer. A glass of fresh juice can do wonders when I’m feeling rough around the edges.
This basil apple lime juice is very refreshing and full of health benefits. Basil contains antioxidants, can improve digestion and aid in stress relief. Lime juice is a great source of Vitamin C. Apples are believed to have cancer fighting properties.  I feel almost like new after enjoying a glass!
Almost.
Basil Apple Lime Juice
Ingredients
- 2.5 ounces fresh basil, both leaves and stems
- 1/2 lime, peeled (you can leave the peel on if using organic limes)
- 2 sweet apples such as Gala, cored
Instructions
- Wash all of your produce.
- Quarter the apples so the pieces will fit through in your juicer.
- Wrap pieces of the basil around the fruit and juice everything into a glass.
- Serve immediately!
Please read my full post for additional recipe notes, tips, and serving suggestions!
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Cathy @ Savory Notes says
Great timing, I just bought a Vitamix blender the other day! I’ll definitely be making this juice soon; thanks for sharing. :)
thecompletecookbook says
I am actually salivating! What an ingenious idea this is!
:-) Mandy
Carolyn Chan says
Thanks for reminding me to take out my juicer ! This looks as good as I imagine it would taste. Delish ! My favourite is celery, carrot, beetroot and ginger and it comes out looking as vibrant as your juice but bright red from the beetroot.
An Irish Village Pantry says
Spring in a glass! A perfect Monday morning antidote. Will have to try this. Thanks x
spree says
Really like the sounds of this…but I think I’m in love with your plate!
Beth Michelle says
This sounds so tasty and refreshing!! Love the beautiful green color too.
Karista says
I started juicing again as well, and love this combination of flavors! What a great idea!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise says
I would have never thought of this combination but it makes perfect sense..I look forward to trying it
rumpydog says
Jen says Yum!
teenylittlesuperchef says
What a delicious sounding juice! I must be one of the weird ones out there who actually like their drinks to be green. It makes me feel like I’m downing something earthy and awesome. I’ll definitely be giving this one a try very very soon. Do you think a Golden Delicious apple would work well with this one? I tried juicing Pink Ladies once and it didn’t turn out so hot. Apparently they lack the water content that a good juicing apple does. Who knew?
Savory Simple says
I think Golden Delicious apples will work well. As long as you’re using a sweet apple not not a tart one, it will be good.
thecook says
This sounds delicious! I think I will try this with a shot of wheatgrass thrown in. I love juice detoxes!
Tracy says
I love all of these flavors, so I’m pretty sure I’d love this juice! It looks gorgeous, too!
Amrita says
That’s an interesting combination of flavors, especially the basil. I’m sure this works great during summers too, sounds like a very cooling, refreshing drink!
blissedmicha says
yummm this sounds like a great combination!
The Orange Bee says
Totally love this photo!! This does sound refreshing and healthy – very nice!