This Red Juice Recipe isn’t just a drink. It’s a bold, nutrient-packed powerhouse bursting with flavor and color! The secret ingredient? Beets! Their natural sweetness blends perfectly with carrots and citrus, creating a vibrant, energizing boost for your day!
Who doesn't love refreshing but healthy drinks? Try my Sweet Potato Juice and Homemade Salabat (Ginger Tea) too!
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What is the Red Juice Recipe?
The Red Juice recipe is also called "Beet juice". Made with beets, carrots, and oranges, it isn’t traditionally Filipino but fits the country's love for fresh, health-boosting drinks. Inspired by global wellness trends, it blends natural sweetness with earthy depth. The standout ingredient, beets, is less common in Filipino cuisine but prized for boosting stamina and heart health.
Health Benefits of Beets
- Boosts stamina – Rich in nitrates that improve oxygen flow and endurance
- Supports heart health - Helps lower blood pressure and improve circulation
- Aids digestion - The pulp and fiber promote gut health
- Enhances brain function - Increases blood flow to the brain
- Strengthens body immunity - Packed with vitamin C and antioxidants
Substitutions
- Beets - Red bell pepper for milder sweetness or pomegranate seeds for rich color and antioxidants
- Carrots - Sweet potatoes for similar sweetness or mangoes for a tropical twist
- Oranges - Pineapple for tangy and sweet, or calamansi juice as a Filipino citrus alternative
Recipe Variations
- Creamy Red Juice – Blend in coconut milk and banana for a smooth, rich, and naturally sweet texture
- Spicy Red Juice – Add cayenne pepper and fresh turmeric for a metabolism-boosting kick
- Green Boost Red Juice – Swap oranges for green apples and add spinach or kale for extra detox benefits
Storage
- Store this red juice in an airtight glass container for 2 days in the fridge.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 1 month, then blend or thaw before drinking. Shake before serving, as natural separation occurs.
Note: It does not freeze well for more than 1 month, as its texture and nutrients degrade over time.
Ingredients
Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:
- Beets
- Carrots
- Oranges
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Wash all produce thoroughly to remove any dirt and impurities. Then peel the oranges and trim off both ends of the carrots and beets.
Next, gather the ingredients in one bowl and prepare the juicer. Then place the prepared carrots, orange, and beets into the juicer.
After that, thoroughly juice the prepared ingredients.
Pour the red juice into a glass. Then serve and enjoy!
Hint: For a smoother juice, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
⭐ Top Tip
For a smoother juice, strain using a fine-mesh strainer to remove excess pulp, or keep it in for extra fiber and folate.
FAQ
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Equipment
- 1 Juicer
Ingredients
- 1 pound beets
- 4 pieces small carrots or 2 large carrots
- 4 pieces navel oranges
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly to remove any dirt and impurities.
- Prepare the oranges by cutting off the peel and discarding it.
- Trim the carrots by cutting off both ends, then discard them.
- Prepare the beets by cutting off the root and leafy top, then discard them.
- Juice the prepared ingredients using your juicer.
- Stir, pour, and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and nutrition!
Notes
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LIzzy says
I am always looking for ways to use beets in a recipe and I LOVE how easy this recipe is!
Sweet says
Yummy! Looks healthy and delicious - I want to try this recipe!!
Cherry says
This red juice recipe seems so easy to make. I'd love to try this super healthy drink soon! Thank you for sharing, Lainey! 🙂
Delaney says
Can't wait to try this recipe this summer!
Helena says
I wasn’t sure I’d like a drink with beetroot, but I had so many left to use that I decided to give it a try, and I ended up loving it!
Julius says
who knew it could be a superhero in disguise? 🦸♂️
Julius says
Whether it tastes like grass or not, I'm still drinking this! 😋
Ani says
Beautiful recipe, Lainey!
Lex Bishop says
So delicious and refreshing! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Dimple says
This the best and my favorite juice recipe thus far!
Claire M says
Love beets! I tried doing a pancake with it once but it came out too runny, I think this is perfect for drinks anyway.
Sheenyyy says
This Red Juice Recipe reminds me of the Twilight movie. It's like I'm drinking blood hahahhaha anyway, I'll be trying this recipe out soon!!
Mow De says
I like the name - it's almost mysterious. Thanks for this easy to follow juice recipe!
Just a Little Autism or Something says
thank you. looking for alternative to coffee.