Homemade Aloe Vera Juice
28kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large aloe vera leaf (about 12 oz)
- 2 cups filtered water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup (optional)
- 0.25 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Method
- Rinse the aloe vera leaf under cool water and pat dry with a towel.
- Carefully slice off the spiky edges and remove the top skin layer to expose the gel.
- Scoop out the clear aloe gel with a spoon and discard the skin.
- Transfer the gel to a blender. Add water, lemon juice, and optional sweetener or vanilla extract.
- Blend on high for 30–45 seconds until smooth and frothy.
- Optional: Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove pulp.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Serve over ice, stir gently, and enjoy! Store leftovers up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories28kcalCarbohydrates7gProtein0.2gSodium13mgPotassium80mgFiber0.1gSugar6gVitamin A80IUVitamin C6mgCalcium20mgIron0.3mg
Notes
For a sugar-free version, use stevia instead of honey. Add lime instead of lemon for a tropical twist. Freeze leftovers in ice cube trays for smoothies or cocktails. Always use fresh aloe, not bottled gel, for best flavor and nutrition.