Deliciously Sweet Beet & Apple Juice

I have STRUGGLED to like beets. I need to like them. They are really good for your body, especially when you have problems with inflation in your joints, like I do. 

I have been on a "quest" to enjoy this red, beautiful veggie. I have tried different juices, pickled beets, and even beet salads.. hated them all equally. 

Today, finally, I tried a beet juice that I loved! My oldest daughter, Britani, made me a pitcher of beet juice and insisted I try it.  I did so, only out of love for my daughter. I was so pleasantly surprised! It was sweet and delicious! My daughter is a genius. This is her recipe for really good beet juice ( never thought I would publish those words!)

Looking for more refreshing vegan recipes? Try my Mediterranean Hummus Pizza, Black Bean Salad W/ Crispy Polenta, Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies, Turkish Stuffed Grape Leaves, Black Eyed Pea Salad, Green Citrus Smoothie, Summer Berry Cobbler, Kale & Almond Pesto, Mediterranean Cucumber Salad, & my Basic Marinara Sauce

Recipe:

3 whole organic beets, chop off tops and roots. Cut into pieces. 

3 honey crisp apples, cored & chopped 

Method:

Put your beets and apples into your juicer.

Strain using cheese cloth, if desired.

Serve cold. 

Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

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This is my husband's favorite lite meal. We make this lovely, colorful, salad frequently. It's a great salad to keep in the refrigerator during the summer, or take to the pool. It's bright and refreshing with fresh lemon juice and parsley, a perfect dish to take to a picnic or cook out.

Looking for more great Vegans recipes? Try my Vegan Cabbage Rolls, Summer Berry Cobbler, Sriracha Black Bean Burger, Mediterranean Hummus Pizza, Hearty Vegan Spaghetti, & Vegan Philly & Cheese

Recipe:

3 medium cucumbers, pealed and chopped into bite sized pieces 

2 medium tomatoes, chopped 

1 medium purple onion, chopped

1/2 cup of fresh parsley, chopped 

Juice of 1 large or 2 small lemons 

1 cup olive oil 

1 tsp. Italian seasoning 

1/2 tsp. Dried mint leaves 

Salt and Pepper to taste 

Method:

Toss all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl and cover.

Let marinate at least 1 hour before serving. 

Makes 6 servings.