Homemade V8 Plus Juice, nourishing and healthy serving of your favorite veggies in one delicious glass full! Along with 8 delicious wholesome veggies, this juice has fresh herbs and an apple to make it a V8 Plus juice.
Vegetable juice is probably the best way to have required serving of veggies for whole day, right at the start of day! With homemade version you can control the amount of salt and sugar. I don't add sugar in juices/smoothies. The natural sweetness of apple and tiny bit salt balances the acidity of tomatoes and makes this juice enjoyable for everyone - kids, adults or grands!
A raw diet is beautiful way to replenish your body with antioxidants, vitamins and lots of minerals in it's purest form. If I start sharing with your benefits of eating raw vegetables and fruits.. possibly this post will be longest post I will ever write. But, today, I'm here to share a homemade healthier V8 Juice recipe which is low-sodium, adjustable to your taste, and far more healthier.
First, confession time! I love V8 juices, specially vegetables and tomato juice. Even though the base ingredients in V8 series of juices i.e. tomato is made from concentrate but they taste really good. Almost like a chilled gazpacho! Actually, I may not enjoy a bottled orange juice as much as I will a bottled V8 tomato juice. I don't say orange juice is bad.. It is just my palate that likes everything savory. :)
V8 Juice Plus is my homemade version of V8 Juice that has that savory tomato-y flavor but far less sodium and really nothing from concentrate. Honestly, homemade version of V8 does need a 10 minutes effort to pick veggies from refrigerator, slice, juice and strain (if preferred)... but it's taste and healthy benefits are far more superior.
Why V8 Plus?
I call it V8 Plus for two reasons. One because I add a small bunch of herbs in juice such as parsley and basil. Original V8 juice recipe may not call for herbs but when I'm juicing a healthy concoction.. I like to keep benefits of herbs in mind.
Second reason for V8 Plus is an apple. I mean, a fruit in all vegetable juice.
Why Apple?
Well, because - an Apple a day keeps doctor away! Also, because sweetness of apple balances the acidity of lime and tomatoes which helps me keep this juice low-sodium. You know, salt balances the sour ingredients. Less sour means less salt needed.
The lush red color of original V8 juice is mainly because of tomatoes juice from concentrate. The homemade fresh vegetable juice cannot have that same color. Just so you know, I have used one pound tomatoes in 4 cups of juice. And still there was no deep dark red color anywhere. Only two things I can suggest if you are after thick slurp-y red tomato-y color juice is a) to skip all green veggies b) to not strain the juice.
Where option (a) is not my favorite, so my homemade version of V8 is rather orange in color. Option (b) is totally okay for thick juice. I usually don't strain it.. But for pictures, a glass of juice with sediments was very difficult to shoot. So,I did strain it.
Friends, summers are so hot this year. When you feel like open can of soda... opt for a healthier juice! If it can be homemade.. that is even better! Just so you know, this glass of veggie juice is paleo, gluten free, vegan, and also low sodium.
Please don't underestimate the power of a homemade juice. Since it is healthy, it does not mean it is boring! In-fact it is more versatile than you think. Like,
a) add some Worcestershire (not vegan) in it for Virgin Bloody Marry!
b) Add any leftover juice in a soup to enhance it's flavor.
c) Or add some sugar and freeze ice pops for a savory summer surprise!
I was all cozy with summer tomatoes from past few days! So a tomato juice with big punch of raw vegetable nutrients was must to hit the blog! I hope you will enjoy this V8 Juice Plus version as much as my family enjoyed it!
So, friends, hunt veggies from refrigerator and juice one V8 today!Don't worry if you have different veggies or not all 9 ingredients. It is totally okay to try a variation! Now, this makes me ask you, what is your favorite one-glass wonder for breakfast?! Love to hear some ideas!!
Wish a you happy week ahead!
Cheers! -Savita
Here are few more summer drinks with fresh fruits/veggies from my recipe collections:
FAQs
Any 100 percent vegetable juice counts toward a person's daily recommended vegetable intake. However, due to the importance of fiber, many nutritionists recommend eating whole vegetables and fruits. V8 may also contribute to a person's salt intake.
What are the ingredients in a can of V8? ›
V8® Original Vegetable co*cktail (340 mL)
It's made from a blend of eight garden vegetables: tomatoes, carrots, celery, beets, and greens. WATER, TOMATO PASTE, JUICE OF (CARROTS, CELERY, BEETS, PARSLEY, LETTUCE, WATERCRESS, SPINACH), WITH SALT AND SEASONING. *100% SUGARS FROM VEGETABLES.
Which is healthier tomato juice or V8? ›
The V8 juice is a better source of vitamins A and C, while the tomato juice is a better source of potassium and iron. A 1-cup serving of V8 juice contains 72 mg of vitamin C, 2,000 IU of vitamin A, 0.73 mg of iron and 469 mg of potassium.
Does V8 juice detox your body? ›
The V8 vegetable juice fast — or any other "detox" program — can deprive your body of protein and other essential nutrients. And no, these diets won't help you get rid of toxins. The human body has its own detoxification mechanisms, such as the skin, liver and kidneys.
What is the healthiest vegetable juice to drink? ›
The 12 Best Vegetables to Juice
- Spinach. ...
- Broccoli. ...
- Parsley. ...
- Cucumbers. ...
- Swiss chard. ...
- Wheatgrass. Wheatgrass is an edible grass that's often considered one of the most popular vegetables for juicing. ...
- Celery. Celery juice has started to gain traction in the health world — and for good reason. ...
- Tomatoes. Share on Pinterest.
Low-sodium V8 is also an excellent source of potassium, as potassium chloride is added. An 8-ounce glass has only 45 calories and 8 grams of carbohydrate (if you subtract the 1 gram of fiber).
What is a good substitute for V8 juice? ›
Process tomatoes, onion, 3 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon celery, carrot, beet, green bell pepper, and garlic through a juicer. Stir together vegetable juices, water, lemon juice, 1 1/4 teaspoons sugar, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper in a large pot.
How many servings of vegetables are in one can of V8? ›
The original V8 juice! This uniquely satisfying blend of vegetable juice is an excellent source of Vitamins A & C and helps you get 2 servings of vegetables in every delicious 8 ounce glass for your balanced lifestyle.
Why does V8 have so much sugar? ›
The sugar is naturally occurring from the vegetables in the juice. V8 Original has no added sugar. Who invented V8® 100% Vegetable Juice and when?
Is V8 anti-inflammatory? ›
The antioxidant lycopene found in V8 100% vegetable juice affects inflammation as measured by CRP levels in a sample of female patients with heart failure.
Too Much Sodium
If you drink a serving of V8 in place of your regular three meals, that's 1,950 milligrams of sodium. Too much sodium raises your blood pressure, which can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.
Is V8 good for your heart? ›
One group that might benefit from drinking V8 is athletes – people who regularly lose large quantities of electrolytes through sweat and could use the high sodium content in V8. It's also a good source of lycopene, Crumble Smith says, which has been associated with preventing cardiovascular diseases.
Is it good to drink vegetable juice every day? ›
Drinking green juice in moderation can boost your intake of multiple nutrients, but too much may cause serious side effects. Green vegetables are a rich source of oxalic acid, or oxalate, which is considered an antinutrient because it binds to minerals in food and stops your digestive tract from absorbing them.
Is V8 juice good for your gut? ›
Fructose is the main ingredient in sugar that causes diarrhea, and it is found in fruits and occasionally added to fruit juices. Although the sugar in V8 is natural and comes from the fruit, its Pineapple Passion Veggie Blend juice contains upwards of 25 grams of sugar per serving, which may contribute to runny bowels.
Is vegetable juice good for your liver? ›
Try adding some beet juice to your diet for better liver health. Carrot juice: Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in your body. Vitamin A is essential for liver health, as it helps protect the liver from damage. Carrot juice also helps improve digestion and detoxification.
How many V8 energy drinks a day is safe? ›
According to various researches and studies, it is safe to consume only 400 milligrams of caffeine per day for a healthy adult, anything more than that may lead to several side effects. Concluding from this caffeine daily intake, one should limit the energy drink consumption to 1 or a maximum of 2 cans per day.
Is V8 high in sugar? ›
V8 juice is also substantially lower in sugar compared to soda and fruit juice, making it the optimal choice if you are trying to limit sugar intake. An 8-ounce serving of V8 has only 7 grams of sugar compared to the average 39 grams found in a 12-ounce serving of soda.
