Bell peppers are a type of food that is very rich in vitamins and good for health. Usually, bell peppers are used to prepare dishes, now let TasteVN go to the kitchen show you how to make 3 types of fruit juices from bell peppers with watermelon, cucumber, and celery that are extremely easy to drink and also effective for weight loss!
1. Watermelon bell pepper juice
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Preparation
5 minutes
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Processing
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Watermelon bell pepper juice Serves 2 people
Red bell pepper 1 piece Watermelon 200 gr
How to choose a watermelon with a lot of water
- Shape: you should choose watermelons that are evenly round, with heads and tails symmetrical to each other, as such fruits tend to ripen uniformly.
- Watermelon stem: unlike other fruits, the drier and more withered the stem of the watermelon is, the sweeter the fruit is. Fresh, green-stemmed fruits may be picked early or not fully ripe, and will not have the highest sweetness.
- The yellow ground contact area: the more yellow the part of the watermelon that touches the ground is, the riper and sweeter it is. Avoid buying watermelons with a ground contact area that is still slightly green or white as they are still immature.
- The belly button of the watermelon and weight: it is advisable to choose watermelons with a deep belly button as they are usually the tastiest. Between two watermelons of the same size, the older watermelon will have denser flesh and a greater weight compared to the one that is not yet ripe.
- Bee sting marks: On the watermelon rind, there are brown spots called bee sting marks, left by bees when pollinating the flowers. The more times it is pollinated, the tastier the watermelon will be.
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How to make Red Bell Pepper Watermelon Juice
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Prepare the ingredients
Red bell pepper: wash clean, remove the seeds inside, and cut into small pieces.
Watermelon: wash clean, peel, remove the seeds, and cut into small pieces.
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Make the juice
First, put all the bell peppers in, followed by the watermelon into the juicer, and extract the juice to finish.
Note: You can also use a blender to blend the ingredients and then strain through a sieve to remove the pulp.
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Final product
Bell pepper watermelon juice will taste better if served cold, so after juicing, add a few ice cubes to enjoy!
The juice is refreshing, not too pungent from the bell pepper, with a light sweet taste from the watermelon. Since watermelon has a natural sweetness, there’s no need to add sugar or honey! Using it as a specialty will be better for weight loss.
2. Green bell pepper cucumber juice
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Green bell pepper cucumber juice For 2 people
Green bell pepper 1 piece Cucumber 2 pieces
How to choose delicious, sweet cucumber
- Color: fresh, delicious, and sweet cucumbers must have bright green skin, evenly colored from top to bottom, with no yellow spots or dark bruises on the skin.
- Shape: When buying, you should choose straight, elongated cucumbers that are not or only slightly bent. These cucumbers have firm, tender flesh, are crunchy, and taste sweeter than round cucumbers.
- Cucumber skin: Fresh cucumbers often have a thin layer of powder on the surface of the skin. Additionally, the skin has many rough bumps, and if the cucumber still has the stem and a flower bud at the end, then it is a fresh, delicious cucumber.
- Size and weight: it is advisable to choose cucumbers that are of uniform size, moderately small, and feel firm in hand, as these are the crunchy, juicy ones.
Required tools
Juicer, glass, knife,…
How to prepare Green Bell Pepper Cucumber Juice
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Prepare the ingredients
Green bell pepper: wash thoroughly, remove the seeds inside, and cut into small pieces.
Cucumber: wash thoroughly, cut into small pieces.
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Making juice
Gradually add the 2 ingredients into the juicer, extract the juice and it’s done.
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Final product
Green bell pepper cucumber juice with the characteristic green color of the 2 vegetables is not only visually appealing but also good for health.
The taste of this juice is quite bland, so if you want, you can add a little sugar substitute for a sweeter, more drinkable flavor!
3. Pineapple bell pepper celery juice
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Preparation
5 minutes
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Cooking
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Pineapple bell pepper celery juice Serves 2
Green bell pepper 1 piece Pineapple 1/2 piece Celery 100 gr Lemon juice 1 tablespoon Honey 1 tablespoon
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose sweet pineapples
- Color: The color of the body or crown of the pineapple determines its sweetness, so you should choose those with a bright yellow color from the crown to the tail. Remember, the more evenly yellow the pineapple, the sweeter it is.
- Shape: Round, short pineapples will have more flesh compared to long, cylindrical ones.
- Touch: Fresh, good pineapples will not be too hard or too soft; pressing your finger into it should not create a dent.
- Pineapple eyes: The larger and sparser the eyes of the pineapple, the better.
- Pineapple crown: The greener the crown, the fresher the pineapple. If the pineapples are too ripe, the crown will be dry or turn brown.
How to choose fresh celery
- You should choose celery with bright green leaves, white tender stalks, and thick stems and leaves; the stalks should be round and uniform.
- Avoid celery with unusually plump white stems, as this indicates it has been over-fertilized.
- You should also not choose celery that is turning yellow, with wilted, soft leaves and stems, as this is celery that has been harvested for a long time and is no longer fresh.
Tools required
Juicer, glass, knife,…
How to Make Pineapple Bell Pepper Celery Juice
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Prepare the Ingredients
Green bell pepper: wash clean, remove the seeds inside, cut into small pieces.
Pineapple: peel, remove the eyes, cut into small pieces.
Celery: wash clean, cut into sections.
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Make the Juice
Add the ingredients one by one into the juice extractor and extract the juice.
Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of honey to the juice glass, stir well, and it’s done.
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Final Product
Pineapple bell pepper celery juice tastes better when drunk cold, with a light sweetness from the pineapple and the distinctive flavor of bell pepper and celery, but not too strong!
This is a type of drink that helps beautify the skin and regain shape for you.
Distinguishing between male and female bell peppers:
- To identify whether a bell pepper is male or female, turn it upside down; if the bottom of the fruit has 4 sections, it is a female bell pepper, while if it has 3 sections, it is a male.
- Additionally, male peppers are typically longer in shape, while female peppers are shorter and wider.
- Depending on your usage needs, choose accordingly.
- Female bell peppers are notably sweeter and taste great when eaten raw or juiced.
- Male bell peppers tend to be sour and firm, making them suitable for cooking.
How to choose bell peppers for juicing (choose female bell peppers):
– When buying bell peppers, you should select those with a shiny, thick, smooth skin and that still have their stems attached.
– It’s advisable to choose peppers that feel heavy in hand and have bright colors, as these are fresh, delicious, and nutrient-rich.
– Avoid selecting peppers that are soft, feel flimsy, or have blemished, cracked skin… as these are spoiled, damaged, and lacking in nutrients.
Health benefits of bell peppers:
Bell peppers come in various colors and are rich in fibers and vitamins beneficial for health. Let’s explore 7 notable benefits of bell peppers:
- Enhance eyesight.
- Prevent anemia.
- Good for cardiovascular health.
- Help with good sleep and balance mood.
- Support weight loss and stimulate digestion.
- Brighten and increase skin elasticity.
- Reduce hair loss, strengthen hair, and promote growth.
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The above are 3 ways to make bell pepper juice along with various fruits and vegetables that create a more palatable flavor for you, helping you have a safe and effective weight loss drink. Let’s get cooking right away! Wish you success.
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