Description
This Superfood Blueberry Lemon Shot combines delicious blueberries, zesty lemons, and ginger for a quick and refreshing drink. It’s easy to make, packed with nutrients, and perfect for a health boost any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (296 g) fresh blueberries, (or frozen)
- 2 medium lemons, (peeled, quartered)
- 2-inch piece (about 20 grams) fresh ginger root, (peeled, sliced)
- 2 tablespoons honey, (raw preferred for extra benefits)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup coconut water
Instructions
- Place the blueberries, peeled lemon quarters, ginger slices, honey, black pepper, and coconut water in a blender.
- Blend on high until the mixture is smooth, approximately 30 to 60 seconds.
- Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, using a spoon to aid in extracting the juice. For a smoother shot, consider using cheesecloth.
- Fill small glasses or shot bottles with the juice using a funnel. Continue until all the juice is dispensed.
- Seal the bottles or cover the glasses and refrigerate to chill before serving.
- Stir or shake before consuming, as natural separation may occur.
Notes
Serve cold for the best flavor.
This shot is packed with antioxidants and makes a great pre-workout boost.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shot
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg