December 9, 2024
It’s officially cold and flu season! Wake up your immune system and taste buds with this delicious lemon ginger immunity shot!
Ginger and cayenne pepper are bringing’ the health benefits here, with ginger being anti-inflammatory and packed with antioxidants. Cayenne is packed with nutrients and vitamins including vitamin A, B, C and E.
This 5 ingredient recipe is quick and simple, with no juicer needed! Follow the directions below to make four servings:
Ingredients:
- 1 peeled lemon
- 4” piece of fresh ginger
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
- 3 tsp of water
- A pinch of fresh cilantro
Instructions:
- Peel the lemon and chop the ginger.
- Add all ingredients to a blender and pulse until fully blended.
- Pour the mixture into a nut bag or cheesecloth, then squeeze to extract the juice into a glass.
- Enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor and best immune-boosting benefits. The juice will degrade quickly, so consume it right away!
- Don’t throw away the pulp—it can be added to baked goods or frozen in ice cube trays for later use in drinks or smoothies.