May Motherly Veggie Juice

Vegetables: Artichokes, asparagus, broccoli

Benefits: Artichokes are high in fiber; asparagus and broccoli provide vitamins A and K.

May Motherly Veggie Juice is a unique blend with a variety of flavors and nutrients. It's rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from the combination of these green vegetables along with others and adding an apple gives a touch of sweetness to balance the flavors. Enjoy this nutrient-packed and refreshing green juice!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup artichoke hearts (canned or cooked)
• 1 cup asparagus, trimmed
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
• 1 green apple, cored and sliced
• 1 lemon, peeled
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
• 1 cup cold water
• Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • If using fresh artichokes, cook or prepare them according to the package instructions to obtain artichoke hearts.
   • Trim the asparagus by snapping off the tough ends.
   • Cut the broccoli into florets.
   • Peel and slice the cucumber.
   • Core and slice the green apple.
   • Peel the lemon, ensuring to remove the bitter white pith.
   • Peel the ginger.

2. Juicing:

   • In a juicer, combine the artichoke hearts, trimmed asparagus, broccoli florets, sliced cucumber, sliced green apple, peeled lemon, and peeled ginger. If you don't have a juicer, you can use a blender and strain the juice afterward.

3. Add Water:

   • Pour the cold water into the juicer or blender to help extract the juice and dilute it slightly.

4. Optional: Add Ice:

   • If you prefer a chilled juice, you can add ice cubes to the freshly squeezed juice.

5. Mix:

   • Stir the juice to combine all the flavors.

6. Serve:

   • Pour the Green Veggie Fusion Juice into glasses and serve immediately.

7. Garnish (Optional):

   • Garnish with a slice of cucumber or a sprig of parsley for a decorative touch.