Cold-Pressed Green Juice with Kale and Cucumber

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-05 · Updated 2026-05-05

A refreshing, nutrient-packed cold-pressed juice combining kale, cucumber, apple, and lemon for a clean and energizing drink. This American-inspired Mother’s Day recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together kale leaves, cucumber, green apple for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 2, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups, packed kale leaves
• 1 medium, peeled and chopped cucumber
• 1 medium, cored and chopped green apple
• 2 large, chopped celery stalks
• 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tsp, grated ginger root

Instructions

1. Step 1: Wash and prepare 2 cups packed kale leaves, 1 medium peeled and chopped cucumber, 1 medium cored and chopped green apple, and 2 large chopped celery stalks.
2. Step 2: Feed all the chopped produce through a cold-press juicer slowly to extract juice without heating it, preserving nutrients and enzymes.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 tsp grated ginger root into the juice for a bright, zesty finish.
4. Step 4: Pour into a glass and serve immediately over ice or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.