This winter vitamin-boosting juice will help you stay healthy through cold season. It’s homemade, high in vitamin C, and ready in five minutes.
Winter is almost here and the colder weather brings a higher risk of viruses circulating. To help protect ourselves, I make this quick, vitamin-packed juice. It’s refreshing, fresh-made, and easy to control—no preservatives and no added sugars.
This immune-boosting juice combines carrot, apple, celery and parsley. It’s a simple blend of ingredients that provide vitamins and minerals that support overall health and immunity.
I’ll be honest: I used to avoid juicing because of the prep and cleanup. Then I timed the whole process once—from rinsing and peeling to juicing and washing the juicer—and it took about an hour. That batch yielded enough juice for two people for up to three days. But if you just want a single glass, the active juicing time takes roughly five minutes (cleaning not included).
Here’s why I like this recipe: it’s fast, nutritious and versatile. You can double the ingredients for a larger batch, or keep it small for a single serving. Drink it fresh for the best flavor and nutrient retention.
What’s good about this winter vitamin-boosting juice?
Rich in vitamins and minerals: Apples provide vitamin C and natural sweetness. Celery contributes vitamin C, B2, and K, plus potassium and calcium. Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A and offer vitamin C, K and minerals like potassium and phosphorus. Parsley brings vitamin K, C and A along with trace minerals such as copper, potassium and magnesium.
Together, these ingredients create a well-rounded juice that supplies antioxidants, vitamins and minerals important for immune support and general well-being.
Juice preparation: Rinse all ingredients thoroughly. Peel carrots and trim the ends. Core the apple. Cutting larger vegetables like carrots and celery into halves or thirds makes them easier to feed through a juicer.
Because juicing removes most of the fiber, I sometimes stir a spoonful of the leftover pulp back into the juice for a bit more texture and fiber.
Juice storage: For maximum nutrients and flavor, drink the juice immediately. If you need to store it, transfer to a clean glass jar or bottle, seal tightly, and refrigerate. Use within 48 hours.
Note: Homemade juice can lose nutrients when exposed to light, heat, air or time. Drinking it soon after preparation preserves more vitamins. The exact nutrient retention can also vary by juicer type.
Clean your juicer right away—it’s easier to remove residue while it’s still fresh.
Related options: If you prefer a different flavor profile, try a beet, carrot and orange combination for another immune-supporting drink.
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Winter Vitamin Boosting Juice
Ingredients
- 4 Large carrots
- 2 Celery stalks
- 1 Large apple
- A handful of fresh flat leaf parsley
- A squeeze of lemon (optional)
Instructions
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Wash all ingredients. Peel the carrots and core the apple.
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Cut larger vegetables into halves or thirds so they feed easily into your juicer.
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Juice the carrots, celery, apple and parsley. Reserve lemon and add a squeeze if you prefer a brighter flavor.
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Pour into a glass and drink immediately for best results.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator and may vary based on ingredient brands, substitutions, and portion sizes.
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