Green Apple Spinach Juice
If you’re looking for a nutritious and refreshing spinach juice recipe, this green apple, kiwi, and spinach juice is a great way to start your day! With a blend of fresh greens and fruits, this homemade juice is packed with vitamins and minerals while remaining light, fresh, and delicious.
This post was originally published January 19, 2020. It has been updated from the archives to include more information.
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
✔ Nutrient-Packed: Juicing spinach is a simple way to enjoy a refreshing green drink
✔ Naturally Sweetened: The perfect balance of green apple, kiwi, and spinach for a lightly sweet yet fresh taste.
✔ Easy to Make: Simple, quick, and requires just a few fresh ingredients.
✔ Versatile: Enjoy as a juice, blend into smoothies, or use in other creative ways.
Why I Love Fresh Green Juice with Spinach
Spinach is a staple in our home—we buy it every week and it goes into everything from salads to soups to smoothies.
After the holidays I crave light and refreshing recipes because I’m usually focused on getting my healthy habits back on track. That’s where this Spinach Juice Recipe comes in! It’s a vibrant, fresh green drink that’s easy to make and packed with nutrients.
For a couple of weeks, I found myself wanting something green and refreshing—something lighter than a smoothie but still packed with nutrition.
Instead of buying expensive store-bought options, I decided to experiment with my at-home juicer. I picked up a variety of green fruits and vegetables—whatever was on sale that week—and started crafting my own blends.
This green juice blend quickly became my go-to for a light, refreshing drink! The combination of Green Apple, Kiwi, and Spinach is just the right balance of sweet and fresh, without being overwhelming.
This Green Apple Spinach Juice is the perfect balance of tart green apple, vibrant spinach, and refreshing kiwi, and the lemon and mint round out the flavors beautifully. The result is a light, delicious juice that’s easy to enjoy and makes me feel great!
What is the Difference Between Green Juice and Green Smoothies?
While both are nutritious, juice and smoothies are very different:
- Green Juice: Made by extracting the liquid from fruits and vegetables while discarding the fiber. Juice is thinner and more concentrated than a smoothie, requiring more produce per serving since all the fiber is removed.
- Green Smoothies: Made by blending fruits and greens with liquid, keeping all the fiber intact for a thicker drink.
Spinach Juice Ingredients
This spinach juice recipe is made with fresh, simple ingredients that create a refreshing drink. For the best balance of flavor and nutrients, I primarily use vegetables and only a small amount of fruit for natural sweetness.
Use this list to check your fridge or make a shopping list so you have everything you need before juicing!
For the full ingredient list and step-by-step instructions, check out the FREE printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Here’s what you’ll need for this juice blend:
- Spinach
- Celery
- Cucumber
- Green Apple
- Lemon
- Kiwi Fruit
Feel free to customize by adding or omitting ingredients based on your preference!
Ingredient Substitutions
Spinach has a mild flavor, making it a great choice for green juice. If you don’t have it or want to try something different, here are some good alternatives:
- Romaine Lettuce – Mild like spinach but slightly crispier.
- Kale – A stronger flavor but full of nutrients.
- Swiss Chard – Milder than kale but bolder than spinach.
- Pre-Mixed Juicing Greens – Check your grocery store for ready-to-use blends
Katie’s Tip: You might want to learn more about seasonal produce to help you create your juice blends.
How to Make Spinach Juice
Making this spinach apple kiwi juice is simple. No need to peel or chop small produce—just ensure it fits through the chute:
- Add all ingredients to your juicer.
- Process according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
The above is simply a quick summary of this recipe. Check out the full recipe in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for all the detailed instructions.
Tips for Making the Best Green Juice
- Check Your Juicer’s Settings: Different settings may be needed for soft vs. hard produce.
- Use Organic Produce: To reduce pesticide exposure.
- Wash Thoroughly: Clean your fruits and vegetables well (how to naturally clean produce).
- Cut Larger Items: Chop into sizes that fit easily in your juicer.
- Let the Juicer Work: Don’t force produce through; let the juicer extract naturally.
Spinach Juice FAQs
Have questions about making this spinach juice recipe? I’ve answered some common ones below to help you get the best results. If you don’t see your question here, leave a comment—I’m happy to help!
How Long Does Spinach Juice Last?
Store unused portions covered and refrigerated. It’s best consumed within 24 hours for optimal flavor and nutrient content. If stored, shake before drinking, as separation occurs naturally.
Katie’s Tip: If you love spinach green juice but don’t want to make it daily, prep extra and store it in airtight glass jars. Give it a quick shake before drinking, and enjoy fresh juice anytime!
What is the Best Way to Store Leftover Green Juice?
Store green juice in a glass jar with a tight lid to minimize air exposure and preserve freshness. Shake before serving.
Do I Need a Juicer to Make This Recipe?
No! You can make this spinach juice without a juicer using a blender and strainer.
How to Make Spinach Juice in a Blender
f you’re wondering how to make spinach juice in a blender, this simple straining method will give you smooth, pulp-free juice.
What You’ll Need:
- High-powered blender – I love that the Blendtec blender has a ‘juice’ cycle option.
- Large glass container – Ideal for collecting and storing freshly strained juice.
- Fine mesh strainer – Helps separate juice from pulp for a smoother texture.
- Cheesecloth – Removes finer particles for an ultra-smooth juice.
Steps to Juice Without a Juicer:
- Wash and cut produce into 2-inch chunks.
- Add everything and 1 cup of cold, filtered water to your blender.
- Blend until completely smooth (use the “juicing” cycle if available).
- Strain over a glass container to remove pulp.
For an ultra-smooth juice, strain again using cheesecloth.
Ways to Serve this Green Juice Recipe
- Serve Ice Cold – This spinach juice with kiwi fruit is naturally sweet, making it a perfect morning refresher. Pour over ice for a refreshing and hydrating drink.
- Use in a Smoothie – Replace other juices or water in recipes like this Berry Mango Kale Smoothie.
- Make a Green Juice Chia Drink – Mix with soaked chia seeds for extra fiber and a fun, gel-like texture.
- Freeze into Popsicles – Turn this juice into refreshing frozen treats using popsicle molds, zip-top ice pop freezer tubes, or silicone ice pop molds.
- Make a Green Juice Cocktail – Add a splash to a gin & tonic or a lemon margarita for a unique twist.
- Green Juice Mocktail – Mix with sparkling water or La Croix for a fizzy refreshment.
Try This Juice Blend!
Did you try this spinach juice recipe? I’d love to hear what you think! Drop a comment below with your favorite green juice combos—your feedback helps other readers, too!
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More Juice Recipes
Looking for more refreshing juice recipes? Try these delicious options:
- Watermelon Lemonade – A fruity, vibrant take on homemade lemonade, perfect for summer sipping!
- Spiced Lemonade – A refreshing citrus drink with a hint of spice, great for cooling down on hot days.
- Fresh Strawberry Lemonade – A naturally sweetened pink lemonade made with fresh strawberries.
- Sparkling Watermelon Limeade – A bubbly twist on classic limeade, made with fresh watermelon juice and sparkling water.
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Green Apple Spinach Juice
This refreshing spinach juice recipe is packed with nutrients and natural sweetness from green apple, kiwi, and lemon. Perfect for a morning boost or post-workout refreshment!
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Spinach
- 1 Green Apple
- 1 Kiwi
- 1 small lemon
- 3 stalks Celery
- 1 Cucumber
- 3 sprigs Fresh Mint
Instructions
How to Make Green Apple, Kiwi, Spinach Juice
- Wash and dry the spinach, green apple, kiwi, lemon, celery, cucumber, and mint to remove any dirty, surface pesticides, or other contaminants. Here is my preferred method for washing produce when making this spinach juice blend. (Use code GOODLIFEKATIE for 15% off Branch Basics Products)
- Cut any large items into smaller pieces so that they easily fit through the chute of your juicer.
- Add all of the ingredients to the juicer and process according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Divide this Green Apple, Kiwi, Spinach Juice between 4 glasses filled with ice and serve immediately for the most nutritional value.
How to Store Leftover Green Juice
- Unused portions of this green apple, kiwi, and spinach juice should be covered and refrigerated and consumed within 24 hours for optimal flavor and nutrient content.
- Shake or stir this spinach juice before serving as the ingredients will settle and separate over time.
Notes
How to Make Green Juice in a Blender
To juice without a juicer, you'll need to follow these easy steps of blending and straining your fruits and vegetables:
- Wash all of the fruits and vegetables. Cut them up into chunks, approximately 2 inches in size.
- Add the fruits and vegetables and 1 cup of cold, filtered water to the jar of your blender.
- Blend the mixture until completely smooth. Use the "juicing" cycle if your blender has one.
- Place a large strainer over a large glass container. Pour the blended ingredients in the strainer and strain over the glass container to remove as much pulp/fiber as possible.
- If you'd like to take it one step further, you can transfer the strained juice back to the blender and repeat this process using cheesecloth to remove any remaining fine particles that have passed through the strainer.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 66Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 60mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 5gSugar: 9gProtein: 3g
GoodLifeEats.com offers recipe nutritional information as a courtesy and is an estimate only. This information comes from online calculators. Although GoodLifeEats.com makes every effort to provide accurate information, these figures are only estimates.
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