Golden Glow Citrus Juice

Prep time: 10 minutes | Servings: 2

4 large Oranges: Peeled (keep as much of the white pith as possible for nutrients).
2 medium Golden Beets: Scrubbed well and trimmed (peeling is optional if organic).
1-inch knob Fresh Turmeric: Roughly the size of your thumb tip.
1/2-inch knob Fresh Ginger: (Optional, for an extra zing).
1 small Lemon: Peeled, to balance the sweetness.
A pinch of Black Pepper: Just a tiny bit helps your body absorb the benefits of the turmeric.

Prepare the Produce: Wash all vegetables and fruits thoroughly. Cut the oranges, beets, and lemon into sizes that will fit your juicer’s chute.
Juice the Hard Roots: Start by running the turmeric and golden beets through the juicer. These are denser and provide that deep earthy orange color.
Add the Citrus: Follow with the oranges and lemon. The high water content of the citrus helps flush out any remaining beet or turmeric juice from the machine.
Stir and Serve: Once finished, stir the juice well to combine the layers. Add a tiny pinch of black pepper if desired.
Enjoy: Serve immediately over ice for the freshest taste.

No Juicer? You can use a high-speed blender. Blend all ingredients with 1/2 cup of water until smooth, then strain the mixture through a nut milk bag or a fine-mesh sieve.
Stain Warning: Fresh turmeric can stain hands and countertops yellow. You might want to wear gloves or wash your cutting board immediately after prep.
Substitutions: If you cannot find golden beets, you can use extra carrots to maintain that bright orange color without the “earthy” flavor of red beets.