Raw Food Recipes Menu: February 16, 2014 ... Juicing on a Budget

I’ve been into raw foods for almost ten years but am just now doing my
first juice feast/fast. Ironically, one of the things that always held
me back was how expensive I figured it would be. Curiosity {always!}
gets the best of me eventually, so last week I decided to try a 10 day
juice fast and see if I could juice on $10 a day or less.

For me, it’s day five and everything is great. Not only do I feel wonderful (lots of energy, sleeping well, skin feels great, losing a few pounds, etc.), but I’ve been able to do it for $10 a Day (or Less). Here’s a day long juicing menu with the prices I’ve been paying for things.

Just remember to make sure you get enough juice. About 3-4 quarts will provide 1000 calories or so. Cucumbers, carrots, and bagged apples are quite economical. I have not used all organic produce, but do when I can and when it’s available.

Also, make sure to drink water while juicing. It make feel like you’re getting plenty of fluids from drinking all that juice, but adding in an additional quart or so of water will ensure you stay hydrated.

Breakfast

1 serving ~ $2.50 per serving

ingredients

2 beets ($1.00)
2 oranges ($1.00)
5 carrots ($.50)

instructions

Process all ingredients through a juicer.

Lunch

1 serving ~ $3.00 per serving

ingredients

10 stalks celery ($1.00)
4 apples ($2.00)

instructions

Process all ingredients though a juicer.

Dinner

1 serving ~ $3.50 per serving

ingredients

10 stalks celery ($1.00)
2 cucumbers ($1.00)
1/4 head cabbage ($.50)
1 lb carrots ($1.00)

instructions

Process all ingredients through a juicer.

Dessert

1 serving ~ $.30 per serving

I love chocolate, and having a small chocolate something has kept me happily juicing and feeling like I can do this as long as I want or need to. This isn’t going to compared to a creamy shake made of bananas, but for being just cocao powder, water, and stevia, it’s quite good.

ingredients

10 ice cubes
1 cup water
3 tablespoons cacao powder ($.30)
2-3 droppers stevia

instructions

Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth and frosty.

Total Cost for the Day: $8.80

Winter’s almost over, but it still looks like Narnia out there! What are you doing to enjoy the last of the snow?

Lisa V Gotte

Hello! I’m Lisa, a vegan artist, photographer, author, Vegan Life Coach Educator, and RYT 200 yoga teacher. I love showing others how simple and delicious a plant-based diet can be. I draw and paint, cook, write, take lots of pics, eat lots of chocolate, and practice gratitude daily.

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Rumon Raj

5 years ago

The benefits of juicing carrots are mostly associated with reducing the levels of bad cholesterol in the body. Carrot juice is extremely beneficial for people suffering from cardiac diseases.
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elizabeth

8 years ago

I just love this post!! Happy Juicing Lisa.
Peace & Raw Heath,
ELizabeth

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Reply to elizabeth

Thank you Elizabeth … this is day 12 and I feel fantastic! 🙂

bettyrawker.com

Yum! I am feeling inspired to join you!! xo

Reply to bettyrawker.com

xo, Andrea …

kelli

great photos! love the menu, esp the dessert!

Reply to kelli

Thank Kelli … I can do the juice thing when I have that little bit of chocolate!