Purple Cabbage Juice 💜🥤
A vibrant homemade drink packed with refreshing flavor and beautiful natural color!
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 medium purple cabbage, chopped
- 6 cups water
- 1 cup sugar or honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Small piece ginger, sliced
- Ice cubes
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Recipe
🥬 Step 1: Prepare the Cabbage
➡️ Wash the purple cabbage thoroughly.
➡️ Chop into small pieces for easier cooking.
💜 Step 2: Boil the Cabbage
➡️ Add cabbage and water to a large pot.
➡️ Bring to a boil over medium heat.
➡️ Cook for 20–25 minutes until the water turns deep purple.
🌀 Step 3: Blend the Mixture
➡️ Allow the cabbage mixture to cool slightly.
➡️ Blend the cabbage with some cooking liquid until smooth.
🥤 Step 4: Strain the Juice
➡️ Pour through a fine sieve or cheesecloth.
➡️ Collect the smooth purple juice in a bowl or pot.
🍋 Step 5: Add Flavor
➡️ Stir in sugar or honey, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and ginger.
➡️ Mix well until fully dissolved.
❄️ Step 6: Chill & Serve
➡️ Pour into clean bottles or jars.
➡️ Refrigerate until cold.
➡️ Serve over ice cubes and enjoy!
🌟 Tips
✅ Lemon juice makes the purple color brighter.
✅ Use honey for a more natural sweetness.
✅ Add sparkling water for a fizzy version.
✅ Serve extra cold for the best flavor.
💪 Benefits
✔️ Rich in antioxidants
✔️ High in vitamin C
✔️ Helps support hydration
✔️ Naturally colorful without artificial dyes
✔️ May support digestion
🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~70
- Carbs: 18g
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 0g
- Fiber: 2g
❓Q/A
❓Why is the juice purple?
➡️ Purple cabbage contains natural pigments called anthocyanins.
❓Can I use less sugar?
➡️ Yes! Adjust sweetness to your taste.
❓How long does it last?
➡️ Store refrigerated for up to 4 days.
✨ Conclusion
This Purple Cabbage Juice is colorful, refreshing, and easy to make. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a unique homemade drink everyone will talk about!