11 Simple Juicing Recipes for Beginners to Start Today

When I first got into juicing, I was overwhelmed. So many recipes, so many ingredients I couldn’t pronounce, and half of them needed a $300 juicer. I learned the hard way that the best juice recipes are the simple ones—fresh, easy to make, and packed with flavor and nutrients.

These 11 beginner-friendly juices don’t need anything fancy. They use everyday ingredients like apples, carrots, cucumbers, and ginger. Whether you’re looking to boost your energy, improve digestion, or just enjoy something refreshing, these recipes are the perfect place to start.

Tiny Tip: I always recommend starting with one juice a day in the morning. It’s a small change that builds a powerful habit. Plus, it helped me finally kick my mid-morning coffee cravings.

1. Classic Green Juice

This is the first juice I ever made—and I still come back to it. It’s simple, light, and tastes fresh without being bitter.

Ingredients:

1. 1 green apple
2. 1 cucumber
3. 2 stalks of celery
4. A handful of spinach
5. Juice of half a lemon

Just wash everything, chop it to fit your juicer, and go. You’ll get a mild green juice that’s great for digestion and hydration.

Juicing Tip 💡

If you’re new to greens, use extra apples to sweeten it up—I did that for weeks until my taste buds adjusted.

2. Carrot-Orange Glow Juice

This one’s a skin-loving favourite. The combo of carrots and oranges gives a sweet, citrusy flavor and a bright color that always lifts my mood.

Ingredients:

1. 2 large carrots
2. 2 oranges (peeled)
3. ½ inch fresh ginger

Juice the carrots and oranges first, then finish with ginger for a light kick. This one’s loaded with vitamin C and beta-carotene.

Juicing Tip 💡

I drank this every morning during a breakout phase—my skin looked better within a couple weeks.

3. Apple-Celery Digestive Juice

This juice is super hydrating and great after a heavy meal. It’s gentle on the stomach and surprisingly crisp.

Ingredients:

1. 2 green apples
2. 3 celery stalks
3. Juice of ½ lemon

It’s refreshing, light, and settles the stomach fast. You can also add a pinch of sea salt for post-workout recovery.

Juicing Tip 💡

I started using this as a post-dinner drink instead of tea—it really helps with bloating.

4. Pineapple-Cucumber Cleanse Juice

I call this my “reset” juice. Perfect for warm days or when I need a break from heavier foods.

Ingredients:

1. 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
2. 1 cucumber
3. A few mint leaves

Juice the cucumber and pineapple, then finish with mint. The result is clean, sweet, and cooling.

Juicing Tip 💡

I always keep frozen pineapple chunks on hand so I can make this even when I’m low on groceries.

5. Watermelon Hydration Juice

This one’s a summer must-have. Watermelon is super hydrating and blends beautifully with lime.

Ingredients:

1. 2 cups watermelon (seedless)
2. Juice of ½ lime

This juice doesn’t even need a juicer—a blender and a strainer will work fine. It’s light, sweet, and full of electrolytes.

Juicing Tip 💡

I use this after workouts instead of sports drinks—hydration without the sugar crash.

5. Beetroot Energy Juice

Beets are a powerhouse for blood flow and endurance. This one’s earthy but balanced with fruit.

Ingredients:

1. 1 small beet (peeled)
2. 1 apple
3. 1 orange (peeled)
4. ½ inch ginger

Juice the apple and orange first, then add the beet and ginger. The flavor is grounding and energizing.

Juicing Tip 💡

I drink this before early morning walks—it gives me steady energy without caffeine.

7. Tropical Morning Juice

Tastes like vacation in a glass. This one’s sweet, tangy, and full of digestive enzymes.

Ingredients:

1. 1 orange (peeled)
2. ½ cup pineapple
3. ½ mango (peeled)

Blend or juice these fruits together for a tropical boost. It’s a natural pick-me-up and helps your gut too.

Juicing Tip 💡

I use this when I’m craving something sweet mid-morning—it curbs my snack urges instantly.

8. Cucumber-Mint Detox Juice

This juice is calming, cool, and great after long days or big meals. It’s like spa water—but better.

Ingredients:

1. 1 cucumber
2. A handful of mint leaves
3. Juice of 1 lemon

Run the cucumber through your juicer, add mint, and squeeze in lemon at the end. Light, soothing, and alkalizing.

Juicing Tip 💡

I drink this in the evenings when I’ve had too much salty food—it helps me feel balanced.

9. Apple-Ginger Immune Juice

Whenever I feel something coming on, I reach for this one. It’s sweet, spicy, and full of immune-boosting goodness.

Ingredients:

1. 2 apples
2. ½ inch ginger
3. Juice of ½ lemon

Juice the apples, then ginger, and finish with lemon. Add a pinch of cayenne if you’re feeling bold.

Juicing Tip 💡

I take this as a “daily shot” during cold season—it’s spicy, but it works.

10. Pear and Spinach Juice

This combo is surprisingly tasty. Pear sweetens the spinach, and it’s gentle enough for beginners.

Ingredients:

1. 1 ripe pear
2. 1 handful of spinach
3. ½ cucumber

Juice the cucumber and pear first, then finish with spinach. It’s mellow and slightly sweet, perfect for a light start.

Juicing Tip 💡

I started with this when I was scared of green juices—it eased me into it!

11. Citrus Kickstart Juice

If you love tangy flavors, this is the one. Great in the morning for a metabolism boost.

Ingredients:

1. 1 grapefruit (peeled)
2. 1 orange (peeled)
3. Juice of ½ lemon

Juice everything and stir. You can dilute with water if it’s too strong, but it’s packed with vitamin C.

Juicing Tip 💡

I sip this one on ice while journaling—feels like a mental and physical refresh in one.