What type of juicer do you recommend for parsley?

If you're new to making juice and are looking to buy a juicer, I highly recommend using a masticating type juicer or a cold press juicer. It’s an investment, but it’s not outrageously expensive. Read more about how to pick a juicer that is perfect for your needs. You can also learn how to make juice in a blender .

Can I use curly parsley in this recipe?

Yes, but I prefer the flat-leaf parsley , also known as Italian parsley.

What is parsley juice good for?

Parsley has been shown in research to have numerous potential health benefits . Parsley juice doesn't have research to show its health benefits, but people report that it is very energizing. Parsley juice can also support your body's natural detoxification system.

How do you prepare parsley for juicing?

I usually wash the whole bunch of parsley under running water, then I cut off the bottom 1/3 of the stems. You can juice the parsley leaves and the stems .

Energizing Parsley Juice Recipe (Juicer or Blender)

Ingredients

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1 bunch flat leaf parsley, washed and patted dry
1 apple (red or green), washed and sliced
1 English cucumber, cut into long slices that will fit into your juicer
1 lemon, skin removed and sliced
1 one-inch piece of fresh ginger root, skin removed

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Instructions

Wash and chop vegetables so they will fit through the tube of a masticating juicer.
Feed in the vegetables through the tube, alternating hard and soft-textured ones to help facilitate the juicing process. See the notes for how to make this juice using a blender.
Enjoy immediately.

Notes

To prepare the parsley for juicing, I usually wash the whole bunch under running water, then I cut off the bottom 1/3 of the stems. You can juice the parsley leaves and the stems.
Fresh juices should be consumed within 24 hours for the optimal nutrition. Store any leftovers in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.
BLENDER INSTRUCTIONS: Combine the ingredients into the base of a high-speed blender. You may need to include 1/4 – 1/2 cup of water to help the ingredients blender completely. Process on high for about 30-45 seconds. Pour the mixture through a nut milk bag, so that only the juice remains. Discard the pulp or save it for another use.
Pregnant women and people on blood thinners should be cautious about using this recipe.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Juice
Method: Juicer
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 ounces
Calories: 42
Sugar: 7.2 g
Sodium: 20.2 mg
Fat: 0.1 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 10.9 g
Fiber: 1.6 g
Protein: 0.7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg