Simple Citrus Aloe Refresher
Look, raw aloe can taste a bit like a houseplant. Because it is. This dish is perfect for anyone looking to maintain a healthy diet while still enjoying delicious flavors. By incorporating lemon and honey, the bitterness is reduced, allowing you to savor the drink. Ideal for scorching days or after an intense workout when you're feeling exhausted.
COST $3.50 – $4.50 for the complete set.. Super cheap.
Equipment
- A sharp knife don't use a butter knife, trust me
- Cutting boar
- Blender doesn't need to be fancy
- strainer if you hate pulp/bits
- A big pitcher
Ingredients
- 6 cubes Fresh Aloe Vera Gel About 2-inch chunks. You'll get this from one big leaf.
- 6 cups Cold Water Filtered is best, so it doesn't taste like tap.
- ½ Fresh Lemon or Lime Squeeze the life out of it.
- 6 tbsp Honey or Agave Use more if you have a sweet tooth.
- Ice cubes Because warm aloe juice is weird.
- Mint leaves If you want to feel fancy.
Instructions
- Prep the Beast: Wash your leaf. Cut off the spiky edges (ouch) and peel off the green skin. You want the clear, slimy jelly inside. Important: Rinse that jelly under cold water to wash off the yellow stuff (latex). We don't want that.
- Blend It: Toss the jelly cubes, water, and lemon juice into your blender.
- Sweeten the Deal: Squeeze in your honey or agave.
- Blitz: Hit the button for about 30–45 seconds. It'll get frothy.
- Strain (Optional): If you're worried about floating bits, strain it through a sieve. If you don't care, skip this.
- Serve: Pour it over ice. Slap a mint leaf on top. Done.
Notes
Store this in the fridge for up to 5 days. It will separate, so give it a good shake before you pour.
The Nutrition (Per Cup-ish)
- Calories: 35 (Basically nothing).
- Carbs: 9g.
- Sugar: 8g (Mostly from the honey).
- Vitamin C: 15% of what you need for the day.