Lemon Ginger Turmeric Wellness Cubes (Printer Version)

Frozen cubes combining lemon, ginger, and turmeric for instant wellness shots. Just dissolve in water for a refreshing health boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Citrus

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

→ Roots and 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Add lemon juice, chopped ginger, chopped turmeric or ground turmeric, filtered water, black pepper, and sweetener if using to a blender.
02 - Process on high speed until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
03 - Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl, removing all pulp and solids.
04 - Distribute the strained liquid evenly into ice cube tray compartments.
05 - Place in freezer for a minimum of 2 hours until completely solid.
06 - Remove 2 cubes per serving and dissolve in warm water, add to smoothies, or consume as a concentrated wellness shot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Pop two cubes into warm water and you've got an instant wellness shot without the store-bought price tag or plastic waste.
  • The flavor is genuinely delicious—bright and spicy without tasting like you're doing penance for your health.
  • These freeze beautifully for up to two months, so you can make them once and have ready-to-go moments all season long.
02 -
  • The black pepper genuinely matters—it's not just a flavor accent but actually increases your body's ability to absorb curcumin from the turmeric by something like two thousand percent, so don't leave it out even if it seems like a tiny amount.
  • Straining is the difference between a silky wellness shot and one that feels grainy on your tongue; take the extra two minutes because texture really does change how much you'll want to reach for these.
03 -
  • If you can't find fresh turmeric, ground turmeric works just fine—just use one teaspoon instead of a two-inch piece, and you'll get the same golden color and warming effect.
  • A tiny pinch of cayenne pepper can be added if you want extra warmth and depth, though start small because it shifts the flavor pretty quickly.
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