Celery Juice
Updated May 04, 2026
This celery juice recipe adds green apple to take the edge off straight celery juice. Simple, fast, and best served fresh on an empty stomach.
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Celery Juice is so NUTRITIOUS and soo good!
I tried drinking straight celery juice for about two weeks before I gave up on it. The taste is very much all celery, which sounds obvious, but it’s a lot to commit to first thing in the morning. It’s refreshing in a I love salt kinda way, but it can be a little too salty for me. Adding green apple to this celery juice recipe cuts the intensity without making it sweet, so if you’ve been having a hard time stomaching celery juice on its own, I promise this version helps!
I do notice a difference when I’m consistent with it, less bloated, more hydrated, and generally better in the mornings. I drink it on an empty stomach before coffee. (The apple is the only reason that routine is actually sustainable for me.)
Happy Cooking!
– Yumna
Celery Juice Ingredients
- Celery: Here’s how to chop celery into sticks. No need to cut them any smaller, the juicer will do the work for you! The leaves are fine to juice along with the stalks if you want to maximize your yield. I recommend using organic celery because it isn’t much more expensive than regular celery, and it’s worth the upgrade. Celery is on the “dirty dozen” list and carries more pesticides than most other fruits and vegetables, so make sure you clean it well. Rinse it with cold water and rub your fingers along every surface of the stalk to scrub it clean. The bottom will be especially dirty since it’s the root of the vegetable.
- Apples: And here’s how to chop apples. Quarters or eighths are fine. Don’t forget to remove the seeds. I use green apples to keep the celery juice a nice green color, but any apple works! I recommend leaving the skin on the apple for extra fiber, but you can remove it if you want. It won’t affect the taste either way. Use cucumbers instead of apples. Swap the green apples for 1 large English cucumber. It keeps the juice very light and mild with less sugar overall. Or I even like to use pears when in season!
How to Make Celery Juice
Celery Juice Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch celery chopped
- 3 green apples chopped, seeds removed
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and prep the celery and apples.
- Push the celery and apples through the juicer. Alternate between the two so the flavors mix well together. You should get between 16 and 20 ounces.
- Serve immediately for maximum health benefits.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Recipe Variations
- Add pineapple. Juice 1 cup of fresh pineapple chunks along with the celery and apple. It adds a tropical sweetness without overpowering the celery.
- Add fresh ginger. Run a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger through the juicer between the celery and apple pieces. It adds a sharp, slightly spicy note and is one of the most common additions to celery juice.
- Add lemon. Juice half a lemon along with everything else. It brightens the whole drink and helps balance the earthiness of the celery.
Recipe Tips
- Pour it over ice. I prefer to drink celery water slightly chilled. If you’re new to celery water, you may find it easier to drink it this way.
- Drink immediately after juicing for the maximum health benefits. The celery juice nutrition is strongest when the juice is fresh. The enzymes in the celery and apples start to break down as soon as they’re exposed to the air.
Serving Ideas
- Light breakfast: I usually drink celery juice on an empty stomach, but if you want something to eat alongside it, something simple works best. Try my Oatmeal Breakfast Bars, Blended Overnight Oats, or Breakfast Cookies.
- Fresh lunch: Since the juice is already doing some work for you, I like to keep the rest of the morning light and follow up with something simple and vegetable-forward. My Tuna Salad, Zucchini Salad, or Caprese Salad all pair well.
- Afternoon snack: If I make this later in the day instead of the morning, I’ll usually have a small snack after. Something with a little protein or crunch helps. Try my Roasted Chickpeas, Apple Chips, or Trail Mix.
FAQs
Yes! Finely chop the celery and apples and blend in a high-speed blender. Add ¼ cup of water if needed to start the blender and strain well using a cheesecloth.
Leftover celery juice pulp is packed with fiber. You can freeze it in ice cube trays to add to smoothies for extra nutrients, or add it to muffin or pancake batter for extra moisture. Or, you can compost it.
Comments
I love the simpleness of all your recipes.
That’s what I aim for! Thank you!!
I need to try this…it looks so good!
This was simple and healthy!
It’s so delicious and healthy !!!??
I’m obsessed ?thank you Yumna❤️
So glad to hear it! Thank you!!
I’ve recently started drinking celery juice and I never thought to add apples to it. Thanks so much for this idea
What Juicer do you recommend?
I recommend the Breville Fountain Juicer. I’ve had it for so many years and it’s been amazing so far!