Save to Pinterest Brighten your morning routine with these Lemon Ginger Turmeric Wellness Cubes, a powerful and refreshing addition to your health regimen. These frozen wellness shots blend the zesty acidity of lemon with the spicy warmth of fresh ginger and the earthy depth of turmeric, creating a concentrated boost that is as easy to make as it is beneficial.
Save to Pinterest Designed for convenience, this recipe yields approximately 12 servings of nutrient-dense cubes. By combining these simple roots and citrus into a frozen format, you can enjoy a fresh wellness boost at any time without the daily mess of juicing or chopping.
Ingredients
- Citrus: 3 large lemons, juiced (about ¾ cup juice)
- Roots & Spices: 2-inch piece fresh ginger (peeled and chopped) and 2-inch piece fresh turmeric (peeled and chopped, or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric)
- Liquid: 1 cup filtered water
- Sweetener (optional): 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, for taste)
- Black Pepper: 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (enhances turmeric absorption)
Instructions
- Step 1
- Combine lemon juice, chopped ginger, chopped turmeric (or ground turmeric), water, black pepper, and sweetener (if using) in a blender.
- Step 2
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth.
- Step 3
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl to remove any remaining pulp.
- Step 4
- Pour the strained liquid into an ice cube tray, carefully filling each compartment.
- Step 5
- Freeze for at least 2 hours or until the cubes are solid.
- Step 6
- To serve, pop out 2 cubes per serving. Dissolve them in a glass of warm water, add to your favorite smoothies, or enjoy as a concentrated wellness shot.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
To keep your cubes fresh, store them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Using a high-speed blender ensures you extract the maximum flavor and nutrients from the ginger and turmeric roots before straining.
Varianten und Anpassungen
If lemons are unavailable, you can substitute them with limes for a different citrus twist. For those who enjoy extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the blender. If fresh turmeric root is hard to find, one teaspoon of ground turmeric works perfectly as a substitute.
Serviervorschläge
These cubes are highly versatile. Drop two into a mug of warm water for a soothing tonic, or blend them into a fruit smoothie for a zesty nutritional upgrade. They can even be enjoyed slightly thawed as a quick, intense wellness shot.
Save to Pinterest With only 18 calories per serving and no total fat, these Lemon Ginger Turmeric Wellness Cubes are a light and effective way to support your well-being. Keep a tray ready in your freezer so you are always just a moment away from a refreshing, health-boosting treat.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I use these wellness cubes?
Dissolve two cubes in warm water for an instant wellness shot, blend into smoothies for added nutrition, or enjoy straight as a concentrated boost. They thaw quickly in liquid.
- → Why is black pepper included?
Black pepper contains piperine, which significantly enhances curcumin absorption from turmeric. This small amount provides maximum benefit from the anti-inflammatory compounds.
- → Can I make these without a blender?
Use a juicer for the roots and citrus, then whisk everything together. Strain through cheesecloth or a fine-mesh sieve before freezing to remove pulp.
- → How long do these cubes last?
Store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. The individual cubes make portioning easy and prevent freezer burn when properly sealed.
- → Is the sweetener necessary?
Honey or maple syrup is optional. The natural flavors work well without sweetener, though 1-2 tablespoons helps balance the intense ginger and turmeric if preferred.