Celery lime juice is a crisp, refreshing green juice made with just two everyday ingredients. Celery gives it a light, savory base and plenty of hydration, while fresh lime adds a bright, zesty finish that makes celery juice much easier to enjoy.
Why You’ll Love This Juice
Quick and simple
Two ingredients, five minutes, and very little cleanup.
Refreshing taste
Lime cuts through the grassy flavor of plain celery juice.
Light and hydrating
Celery is about 95% water, so this is a low-calorie way to top up fluids.
Easy to customize
Add cucumber, apple, ginger or mint to change the flavor.
Celery Lime Juice Recipe
Makes about 2 cups (480 ml), enough for 2 glasses
Ingredients
- 1 bunch celery (8–9 stalks, about 450 g)
- 2 limes, peeled
- Optional: ½ green apple for a touch of sweetness
- Optional: ½-inch piece of fresh ginger for a little heat
Instructions
- Prep the celery. Trim off the base and the leafy tops. Wash the stalks well under cool running water and cut them into 3–4 inch pieces so they fit your juicer chute.
- Prep the limes. Peel the limes and cut them in half. The peel contains bitter oils, so removing it gives a smoother, sweeter juice.
- Juice. Turn on your juicer and feed in the celery, then the lime. Finish with one or two pieces of celery to push the last of the lime juice through.
- Serve. Stir, pour over ice if you like, and drink right away for the best flavor.
Storage: Fresh juice tastes best straight away. Leftovers can be kept in a sealed glass jar, filled to the top, in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake before drinking.
No Juicer? Use a Blender
Roughly chop the celery and add it to a blender with the juice of 2 limes and ¼ cup (60 ml) of cold water. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until smooth, then strain through a nut-milk bag or fine-mesh sieve, pressing out as much liquid as you can.
Tips for the Best Celery Lime Juice
Start cold
Chill the celery and limes first so the juice is refreshing without needing much ice.
Balance the lime
Start with 2 limes. Add half a lime more if you like it tangier, or less for a milder juice.
Use a slow juicer
Masticating (slow) juicers handle fibrous celery well and usually give a higher yield.
Don’t waste the pulp
Stir leftover celery pulp into soups, stocks or veggie burgers.
Tasty Variations
- Celery lime cucumber: add 1 cucumber for an even milder, more hydrating juice.
- Celery lime ginger: add a ½-inch piece of ginger for a warming kick.
- Celery lime apple: add 1 green apple for natural sweetness.
- Celery lime mint: juice a small handful of mint leaves with the celery.
Nutrition in Celery Lime Juice
Approximate values per 1-cup (240 ml) serving, based on the recipe above without optional add-ins:
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | about 45 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | about 9 g |
| Sugars | about 4 g |
| Protein | about 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Potassium | about 600 mg |
| Sodium | about 180 mg |
| Vitamin C | about 20 mg |
| Vitamin K | about 60 mcg |
Values are estimates and vary with the size of your produce and the juicer you use.
What each ingredient brings
Celery
Rich in water, potassium and vitamin K, with small amounts of folate and antioxidants.
Lime
A good source of vitamin C, plus a fresh citrus flavor with almost no calories.
Is Celery Lime Juice Good for You?
As part of a balanced diet, a glass of celery lime juice is a light, hydrating drink that provides potassium, vitamin K and vitamin C with very few calories. It’s a simple way to add more vegetables to your day.
Keep in mind that juicing removes most of the fiber, so it doesn’t replace eating whole vegetables. Juice is not a cure for any illness.
Good to know: Celery is high in vitamin K and contains natural sodium. If you take blood thinners, follow a low-sodium diet, or have kidney problems, check with your doctor before drinking celery juice regularly.
Best Juicer for This Recipe
Omega NC900HDC Juicer Extractor
A slow, masticating juicer that handles stringy celery well, extracts a high yield, and keeps foam to a minimum. Its adjustable pressure settings make it easy to get the most out of both celery and citrus.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make celery lime juice without a juicer?
Yes. Blend chopped celery with fresh lime juice and a splash of cold water, then strain through a nut-milk bag or fine-mesh sieve.
Should I peel the limes before juicing?
Yes. Lime peel contains bitter oils, so peeling the limes gives a smoother, more pleasant juice.
How long does celery lime juice last?
It is best fresh, but you can store it in a sealed glass jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake before drinking.
Can I use lemon instead of lime?
Yes. Lemon works well and gives a slightly softer, less sharp citrus flavor. Use the same amount.
Is it OK to drink celery lime juice every day?
For most healthy adults, one glass a day as part of a balanced diet is fine. If you take blood thinners, limit sodium, or have kidney problems, ask your doctor first.
