July Veggie Island Juice

This Veggie Island Juice is a refreshing and savory way to enjoy the flavors of tomatoes, corn, and cucumbers along with other nutritious vegetables. The lemon and parsley add brightness, and the garlic provides a subtle kick. Adjust the seasoning and quantities based on your taste preferences and enjoy this hydrating and vitamin-packed juice!

Benefits: Corn is a good source of fiber; tomatoes and cucumbers provide vitamins and hydration.

Ingredients:

• 2 large tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or cooked)
• 2 cucumbers, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 red onion, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Handful of fresh parsley leaves
• 1 lemon, peeled
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup cold water
• Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Chop the tomatoes, peeled cucumbers, red onion, celery, red and green bell peppers.
   • Mince the garlic clove.
   • Peel the lemon, ensuring to remove the bitter white pith.

2. Juicing:

   • In a juicer, combine the chopped tomatoes, corn kernels, sliced cucumbers, chopped red onion, chopped celery, chopped red and green bell peppers, minced garlic, fresh parsley leaves, and peeled lemon.
   • Juice the ingredients. If you don't have a juicer, you can use a blender and strain the juice afterward.

3. Season:

   • Add salt and black pepper to taste. Start with a pinch and adjust according to your preference.

4. Add Water:

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

5. Optional: Add Ice:

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

6. Mix:

   • Stir the juice to combine all the flavors.

7. Serve:

   • Pour the Veggie Island Juice into glasses and serve immediately.

8. Garnish (Optional):

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