Best Immunity Boosting Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shot

Nov 26, 2019 (Last updated Mar 15, 2024) by Hannah Sunderani

These immunity boosting shots are made with lemon, ginger, citrus fruits and turmeric. A great shot to add to your morning routine to help fight cold and flu this winter season. 

Just like my 5-Minute Morning Metabolism Booster Drink this lemon ginger turmeric shot is packed with citrusy flavour and fresh ginger. It’s just like the traditional immunity boost shots you find at the grocery store, but it’s a great make at home alternative. You’ll save money making it at home versus buying it at top dollar from the grocery store.

But the biggest bonus about my recipe is that this drink actually tastes delicious! This immune boosting shot is so tasty you’d never know it was good for you. It’s not a drag at all to drink to your health with this sweet and tasty lemon ginger turmeric shot.

So let’s get into how to make this lemon ginger turmeric shot.

Ingredient Notes

You’ll need just 6 fresh ingredients to make these immune-boosting shots! 

• Oranges: Fresh orange juice helps balance the sharpness of the ginger and the earthiness of the turmeric with a natural sweetness. I often turn to oranges when I’m feeling under the weather and this is a great way to get them into your routine!  
• Lemon: Tangy fresh lemon juice balances the sweetness in the orange and adds a bright, refreshing taste. It’s another citrus fruit that I turn to often when I have a sore throat, and so it was a must for this recipe.
• Carrot: Adds natural sweetness that compliments the orange and brings earthiness. I recipe tested this without the carrot but much preferred it with.
• Ginger + turmeric: Classics in energy shots! Fresh ginger root and turmeric root adds spicy, zesty, earthy flavours, it can hit you in the face which is exactly we need for a cold and flu! I also recipe tested this with ground turmeric and it worked great – you can substitute 1/8 teaspoon of ground turmeric powder and shake well to combine. 
• Manuka honey: I always turn to manuka honey when I am sick. I love how it helps to soothe my sore throat. I purchase my manuka honey on Amazon or my local health food store, but if you don’t eat honey then you can remove the Manuka and substitute with agave or maple syrup. 

Add-ins and Substitutions 

• Add cayenne: This will give your ginger turmeric energy shot an additional spicy kick. If you love the kick in my Morning Metabolism Boosting Drink, you’ll love it here too!
• Add black pepper: Adding a pinch of black pepper can help enhance the absorption of curcumin.
• Make it milder: If you’re sharing these lemon ginger turmeric shots with little ones, dilute it with additional freshly squeezed orange juice and a little water or coconut water. This will reduce the zingy-ness, yet still allow kids to reap the goods! 

How to Make Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shots without a Juicer

No juicer? No problem! This lemon ginger turmeric shot can be easily made in the blender if you don’t have a juicer. In fact, everything you’ll need for this recipe can be found in my Vegan Kitchen Essentials! 

Transfer the freshly made juice to a glass juice bottle or mason jar and place the lid on tightly and refrigerate until chilled! 

How to Make Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shots with a Juicer

I love to make these lemon ginger turmeric shots using my 3-in-1 Cuisinart Food Processor, using the juice settings. I simply set the machine to the juice setting, and it works perfectly! 

When ready to drink, divide between small cups (I like to do about 1/2 cup per serving) and sip and enjoy! 

Make this recipe with me:

Make this immunity boost juice on Vegan Afternoon with Two Spoons where I show you how to make 3 wellness drinks, including this immunity boost juice, detox juice and metabolism boost drink!

Recipe FAQs

What should I do with the leftover pulp?

I like to compost it to make soil for my garden. You can also freeze it and add to smoothies.

How often should I drink lemon ginger shots?

For maximum health benefits, I like to sip this Immunity Boost Juice first thing in the morning when I wake up. It helps me get on top of my sickness first thing and to be my best self all day long. Feel free to drink it every day, or even a couple of times a day if you’re actively fighting off a cold or flu.

I hope you love this Lemon Turmeric Ginger Shot as much as I do! If you do make this recipe, please let me know in the comments below what you think and check out The Two Spoons App for more plant-based recipes like this! I truly love hearing from you, and I’m always here to answer any questions you might have. 

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Best Immunity Boosting Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shot Recipe

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By Hannah Sunderani

This immunity boost juice is made with lemon, orange, ginger and turmeric. Whether you're trying to get well or avoid getting sick, this little drink will help. Packed with citrus and zingy spices. Best of all, it actually tastes good. Made in a blender or a juicer!

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Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Serves 3 (1/2 cup) servings

Ingredients

• 2 oranges
• 1 lemon
• 2 carrots (or 1/4 cup (60 ml) 100% carrot juice if not using juicer)
• 3 inch peice ginger (peeled chopped)
• 2 inch piece turmeric (peeled and chopped)
• 1 tbsp manuka honey (or local honey, or agave for vegans)
• 1 tbsp warm water

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Instructions

If using a juicer:

• Carefully cut skins away from lemon and orange. Chop carrots into large chunks. Chop ginger and turmeric into small pieces.
• Using a juicer add oranges, lemon, carrots, ginger and turmeric.
• Mix together honey and warm water and pour into juice to sweeten, mix well. Chill juice in fridge.
• When ready to drink, divide juice between small cups (1/2 cup per serving). Sip and enjoy.

If using a blender:

• Peel and then slice the oranges and lemon in half crosswise and scoop out any seeds. In the high-speed blender, combine the oranges, lemon, carrots, ginger, and turmeric.
• Add 3⁄4 to 1 cup of water (or as much as needed) and blend on medium-high speed until pulverized. Use a tamper if needed if things get stuck while blending. If you do not have a tamper, occasionally stop the blender and stir with a wooden spoon to help the blending process.
• Place an open nut milk bag over a medium bowl. Pour the blended juice into the bag and squeeze to strain all the juice into the bowl. (Alternatively, you can use a thin kitchen towel or a couple of layers of cheesecloth to strain the juice.)
• Return the strained juice to the blender. Add the honey and blend for a few seconds to combine. Taste, and add more honey if you prefer it sweeter. Transfer the juice to a glass bottle or jar and place the lid on tightly.

If juicing by hand:

• Juice lemon and orange with a hand juicer and pour into a medium/large jar. Add 1/4 cup (60 ml) carrot juice.
• Mix together honey and warm water, and pour into juice to sweeten. Mix well.
• Peel and chop ginger and turmeric into thin slices. Add to juice and let steep for a couple hours, or overnight depending on how strong you like the spiced flavours. Keep juice chilled in fridge, sealed tightly.
• When ready to drink, divide juice between small cups (1/2 cup per serving). Use a small strainer to catch any slices when pouring. Sip and enjoy.

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Notes

Juice will keep in fridge for up to 3 days. Stir or shake well before serving.

Nutritional information is a rough estimate.

If you can’t find fresh turmeric or fresh ginger, you can substitute with 1/8 tsp ground turmeric and 1/8 tsp ground ginger. Shake well to combine. Optional to add a pinch more if you can stand the flavour, but this is my starting point. 

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Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 481mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 6990IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2mg

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