Combinations of Veggies and Fruits That You Should Try!

If you are thinking of juicing vegetables and fruits, then you should first read this section. In this paragraph, we have concluded some essential basics for juicing vegetables and fruits. Fruits compared to vegetables contain more fluids and natural sugars. Thus, resulting in a higher yield of juice as well as a more sweet taste. If you want to create a juice with balanced ingredients and taste, then you should blend fruits with tart veggies and leafy greens. Below is a list of fruits that are perfect for juicing

 

 

1. Pears, apples, cherries, grapes
2. Berries including raspberries, strawberries, blueberries
3. Melons including watermelon, honeydew and cantaloupe
4. Tropical fruits including papaya, mango, pineapple, etc.
5. Citrus fruits including lemons, oranges, grapefruit, etc.

 

On the contrary, vegetables contain less amount of sugar but offer more minerals, vitamins, phytonutrients, and antioxidants. No doubt, they are less juicy but add sufficient flavor and nutrients to the blend. Below is a list of vegetables that are perfect for juicing:

 

1. Root vegetables including carrots, beets, sweet potatoes, etc
2. Cucumber, celery, peppers, tomatoes, etc.
3. Leafy vegetables including chard, kale, spinach, etc.

 

For a better and enhanced taste, it is important to follow a general rule which is blending 15-40% fruits with 60-85% veggies. Or you can adjust the quantity as per your preference or taste.

 

Enough talking of basics. Without any further delay, let’s begin with our blending topic:

 

1. Green Juice Blends:

Who doesn’t like green juices? They are rich in taste and a good source of important nutrients. Green vegetables including the ones containing leaves are loaded with minerals, chlorophyll, and vitamins. Although, they do have a grassy flavor. But you can get rid of that grassy flavor by combining them with fruits that are sweet or citrus in taste.

 

Some popular leafy vegetables used for blending are listed hereunder:

 

1. For a hydrating and refreshing drink, enjoy the juice of pineapple, cucumber, kale, and lemon.

 

2. If you are craving something sweet and mild, then try the combination of pear, spinach, basil, and romaine.

 

3. If you love classic drinks, then try the combination of apple with ginger, celery, cucumber, and spinach.

 

4. Who can resist tangy and bitter drinks? If you want one, try combining grapefruit with kale, and green apple.

 

2. Orange Juice Blends

Doubtlessly, oranges are rich in juice and are the best option for creating a drink with tangy and sweet notes. If you love oranges or want to try a new juice, then you should try the following combinations:

 

1. For boosting Vitamin C: Try a combination of carrot, ginger, and orange

 

2. To enjoy the taste of tropical citrus: Blend grapefruit, orange, and pineapple

 

3. For a sweet and earthy flavor drink: Combine orange with carrot and beetroot.

 

You can also combine strawberries with apples and oranges. This will create a luxurious blend that is rich in taste and after drinking it, you will surely say it was worth it.

3. Carrot Juice Blends

Carrots are a perfect source of carotenoids, vitamin A, and minerals. When combined with appropriate vegetables and fruits, they make a tasty drink. We have concluded the following combinations for carrot juice:

 

1. Combine apple, carrot, and lime to enjoy a sweet and tart flavor.
2. If you want to enjoy earthy, tangy, and tropical flavors together, then the combination of pineapple, carrot, and lemon is best for you.

 

3. Blend carrots with celery, orange, and ginger for an appealing classic taste.

 

4. Beet Juice Blends

Purple color beets are often used in combination with various fruits. The reason is that they are loaded with plenty of nutrients and have the power to change the taste of any drink. They have an earthy flavor and can be combined with the following vegetables and fruits:

 

1. For a sweet taste: Combine oranges with carrots and ginger

 

2. For a nutrient-rich drink: Combine berries  with cucumber

 

3. For a tangy taste: Combine apple with lemon and celery

 

Note: According to data, it is believed that beets contain a sufficient quantity of sugar content and are very juicy. If you like things in balance, then it is recommended to use 25% or less quantity of beet in making juices.

5. Berry Juice Blends

Do you like berries like strawberries, blueberries, etc? Besides the nice aroma, they are also pleasant in taste. They are a good source of sugar and antioxidants. Furthermore, due to their vibrant color, they can easily change the color of juice. If you have berries, then you can try the following combination:

 

1. Earthy and sweet: Apple combined with mixed berries and kale

 

2. Green and fruity: Combine pear with blueberry and spinach

 

3. Pink drink: Combine raspberries with carrot and beet.

 

6. Pineapple Juice Blends

Like the melon family, pineapples contain a sufficient quantity of juice. You can include pineapples in the following blends:

 

1. For a greeny sweety juice: Apple, pineapple, and spinach

 

2. For a bright appearance and bold taste: Carrot, pineapple, and ginger

 

3. For earthy and tangy flavor: Beet, pineapple, and orange

 

Pineapples are rich in taste and are often combined with leafy vegetables. For better results, combine it in a 25-50% ratio.

7. Melon Juice Combinations

Last but not least is the melon juice combinations. Melons including its varieties are light sweet. They are ideal for vegetables and fruit mixtures. Read on to know some popular and well-liked combinations of melons:

 

1. Acidic and fruity taste: Grapefruit, mixed melons, carrot

 

2. Crispy cool: Lime, honeydew, cucumber

 

3. Sweet berry-like taste: Strawberry, watermelon, mint

 

 

8. Apple and Grape Juice Blends

Lastly, let’s discuss one of the healthy fruit combinations. Apple and grapes both have natural flavors and are a perfect option for blending with vegetables and fruits.

 

Some apple and grape juice combinations are listed hereunder:

 

1. Sweet taste with earthy base note: Beet, apple, carrot

 

2. Staple drink: Celery, apple, lime, cucumber

 

3. For veggies lovers: Spinach, grapes, lemon, carrots

 

For best results, it is recommended to keep the quantity of apples and grapes low compared to other ingredients. Apple and grapes have mild flavor. Using them in excess quantities will change the actual flavor of the drink. And it will be less likely to be a combination drink.