We love to share our gourmet juice recipes with you, and what is more gourmet than juices made with this Amazonian lemon-like fruit???? It is called a camu-camu, and although hard to find, is definitely worth looking for it. See video we’ve included below for some more info.
This fruit has a flavor similar to that of lemon juice, although slightly “fruitier” and more tropical, if that makes any sense. It has to be combined with juices that have some sweetness to them, or you will have to add sugar to the juice. Some fantastic combinations include maracuya, strawberries, oranges, granny smith apples, pinneaple, and kiwis. Here are some recommended gourmet, healthy juices made with camu-camu.
Green and Red Apple with Camu Camu Juice
Granny smith apples combine best with the camu camu, but the red apples in this add a bit of a sweetness, making it a perfect combination, and no need to add sugar. This is a juice that is very high in Vitamin C, and is fairly low calorie, making it great for weight loss. This juice must be made in a juicer, its just not the same in a blender.
2 granny smith apples
2 red delicious apples
1 tsp grated ginger (just a hint for a spec of flavor, but its important)
5 camu camus
Add to juicer, and enjoy!!!!
Passionfruit Strawberry Orange and Camu Camu Juice
Another to die (live?) for combination. I love maracuya, I think it is perhaps my favorite fruit for juices. It is also very acidic, though the strawberries diminish the acidity. Its best to use really sweet oranges, otherwise, sugar may be necessary. ***Note: These are also spectacular for making fruit freezes***
10 strawberries
1 Passion Fruit
5 camu camus
6 sweet oranges
This one does not need a juicer. Can be made in a blender or a juicer. This one is a super vitamin C kick, and is VERY refreshing.
Pineapple Golden Kiwi and Camu Camu Juice
This doesn’t actually have to be made with golden kiwi, but I prefer it. It can be made in a juicer or a blender, but if made in a blender, you will probably want to strain it. It is very tropical, quite sweet (as long as you can find good pineapple) and ooooos o tasty. The kids love this one.
2 cups Pineapple
2 Golden Kiwis
3 Camu Camu
