Jugo Verde (Mexican Green Juice)
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Jugo Verde (Mexican Green Juice)
Description
Jugo Verde is prepared by pureeing fresh and bottled ingredients such as orange juice, pineapple chunks, chopped nopal cactus paddle (or celery as a substitute), cucumber with peel, and packed parsley or cilantro. A pinch of salt is added to enhance the overall flavor. The mixture is blended thoroughly until smooth and green frothy consistency appears. Optionally, the juice can be strained through a sieve to remove pulp for a clearer drink.
The drink presents a balance between tropical sweetness and crisp vegetal flavors, reflective of its fruit and vegetable components. The inclusion of nopal cactus paddle or celery adds a mild bitterness and nutritional depth, while cucumber and herbs contribute fresh, watery notes that lighten the drink.
Jugo Verde is best served chilled and consumed fresh for optimal taste and nutrient content. It can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a midday refresher, or alongside light meals. The recipe is simple to prepare and adaptable with optional straining to suit personal texture preferences.
Ingredients
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 1/2 cups pineapple fresh, chunks
- 1/2 nopal cactus paddle chopped (or substitute 1 celery stalk)
- 1 cucumber with peel, cut into chunks, large
- 1/4 cup parsley or cilantro, packed
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in the blender, including a pinch of salt.
- Place the lid firmly over the top, and puree until smooth.
- Once green and frothy, serve as-is or pour through a sieve to remove the pulp.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 5cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 78kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 351mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 525IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 79.2mg | 88% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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