Tomato Celery Juice

Tomato Celery Juice

Here is the best way to use up your tomatoes in the garden. Tomato juice contains a wide variety of nutrients, it is known for its Lycopene content, a phytonutrient that helps prevent certain cancers.

Preparation Time:

• 10 Minutes

Total Time:

• 35 Minutes

Yield:

• 4 Servings

• 3 pounds very ripe garden tomatoes, cored, chopped
• 1 cup celery with leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (optional)

1. Place all ingredients except Tabasco sauce in a large non-reactive pot (stainless steel). Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered, until mixture is completely soupy, about 20-25 minutes.
2. Force mixture through a fine sieve. Cool completely.
3.  Pour in glasses and garnish with celery. Add 1-2 drops of Tabasco sauce, if desired.
4. Serve.

• Food Exchange: 1 Vegetable
• Glycemic Index: Low
• Nutrition Profile:
  • Diabetes Appropriate
  • Low Calorie, Low Fat
  • Low Cholesterol, High Fiber
  • Healthy Weight, Gluten Free