Lemon Ginger Turmeric Wellness Cubes (Printable)

Zesty lemon, ginger, and turmeric frozen into convenient wellness cubes for a quick daily boost.

# What You Need:

→ Citrus

01 - 3 large lemons, juiced (approximately 3/4 cup juice)

→ Roots & Spices

02 - 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
03 - 2-inch piece fresh turmeric, peeled and chopped, or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
04 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Liquid

05 - 1 cup filtered water

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Add lemon juice, chopped ginger, chopped turmeric or ground turmeric, filtered water, black pepper, and sweetener if desired to a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
03 - Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl, pressing gently to extract liquid while removing fibrous pulp.
04 - Distribute the strained liquid evenly among ice cube compartments, filling each to the rim.
05 - Place the tray in the freezer for a minimum of 2 hours or until the cubes are completely frozen.
06 - Unmold 2 cubes per serving and dissolve in warm water for a wellness shot, incorporate into smoothies, or consume as a concentrated tonic.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Health-Boosting: Features anti-inflammatory ginger and turmeric.
  • Time-Saving: Prepare a large batch once and enjoy for weeks.
  • Low Calorie: Only 18 calories per serving of two cubes.
  • Clean Ingredients: Uses fresh roots and filtered water with no artificial additives.
02 -
  • Absorption: Black pepper is essential for curcumin absorption from the turmeric.
  • Storage: Keep cubes in a freezer-safe bag to prevent freezer burn.
  • Safety: If using honey, remember the recipe is no longer suitable for vegans.
  • Ease: Use a silicone ice cube tray for the easiest removal of the frozen cubes.
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