Detox Recipes

Here are Detoxity's selection of sumptuous Detox Food Recipes that will lovingly cleanse your body as well as tantalise your tastebuds!
Cuisine is an integral component of our holistic wellness concept and these menus have been created to nourish and detoxify the body, whilst remaining diverse and deliciously sublime.
Detoxity Recipes have an emphasis on good quality, fresh ingredients served close to their natural state.
Whilst we do not expect everyone to conform to vegetarianism, we have seen sufficient evidence to suggest that products such as meat and dairy can increase acidity levels in the human body.
Homeostasis (body balance) encourages a balanced acid/alkaline PH level within the body and our recipes reflect this.

Juices and Smoothies

Fresh juices and smoothies are instant immune boosters and detoxifying treats for all the family.
A recent study has shown that simply drinking vegetable and fruit juice three times a week reduces the risk of getting Alzheimer's disease by 76 per cent!
Detoxity highly recommends introducing fresh juicing and "smoothing" as we like to call it into your daily lives.
Even replacing just one meal a day with a juice or smoothie will awaken the cells in your body and you will start to feel rejuvenated and more energised.
Do not be fooled into thinking that you can cheat with bottled juices and cartons of smoothies!

The key to detox is FRESHLY EXTRACTED JUICE that is consumed immediately. Once fruits or vegetables are cut or blended, they start to deplete their digestive enzymes, so we strongly recommend drinking straight away to optimise the goodness you consume.
There are also many documented cases that show how juicing has eradicated a wide range of ailments including Asthma, Acne, Psoriasis, Chronic Fatigue and M.E. As if that wasn't enough, these beauties are truly delicious and packed with a myriad of wonderful fresh flavours.
Our selection of mouth-watering fresh juices and smoothies will not disappoint your tastebuds!

For serious detoxers wishing to shed pounds and detoxify their bodies in a controlled and healthy way, we recommend The 7 day Detoxity Diet. See "The 7 Day Detoxity Diet" section for details.

All of our juices and smoothies include either Green Barley Grass or Prime Directive powder shots.
These are highly nutritious supplements containing the highest quality digestive ingredients, anti-oxidants and amino acids to ensure a healthy gut and digestive system.
Remember - regular bowel movements promote detoxification!
Both Green Barley Grass and Prime Directive are available to buy on our online shop.

For all of the juice and smoothie recipes below, simply chuck all of the ingredients into a blender or juicer (hard vegetables should be juiced, soft fruits should be blended) and keep blending until smooth/liquid. Yummy!

Berry Nice (Brilliant for keeping colds and flu at bay)

The Science Bit: Full of anti-oxidants and Vitamins including B1, B2, B6, C and E.. Also contains calcium, folic acid and potassium.

1 Handful of Blueberries
1 Handful of Blackberries
1 Handful of Raspberries
Half a small pineapple
2 Large spoonfuls of low-fat probiotic live yoghurt
1 teaspoon of Green Barley Grass
3 ice cubes

Zestalicious (A zesty detox special drink with a kick!)

The Science Bit: Apple and cucumber flushes the system. Celery flushes the body of excess carbon dioxide and reduces acidity. Ginger is a natural anti-biotic and decongestant, Lemon is antibacterial and cleans the kidneys and liver.

1 Lemon
Half a Cucumber
2 Apples
1 stick of Celery
1 inch of ginger
1 teaspoon of Prime Directive
Ice

Minty Zinger (This one will freshen your breath and give you brighter eyes!)

The Science Bit: Parsley is a natural breath neutraliser and mint is a breath freshener. Carrots are known for their power in maintaining night vision and they are even more powerful when combined with Parsley. Parsley has been known to help weak eyes and even conjunctivitis and cataracts. This fusion of herbs mixed with carrot juice contains a myriad of Vitamins including Vitamin K and plenty of folic acid and iron.

3 carrots
Big handful of fresh parsley
Big handful of fresh mint
Half a pineapple
1 teaspoon of Green Barley
Ice

Flu-Zapper (“Bugger off, you Swine!”)

The Science Bit: Lemons and Oranges contain high amounts of Vitamin C which is crucial for maintaining a high immune system and protecting the body from free radicals and infections. Ginger is a natural decongestant and thus a wonderful relief from blocked, stuffy noses! Echinacea is a widely acclaimed natural immune booster supplement that researchers claim can reduce your risk of catching a cold by more than half.

2 Lemons
1 inch of Ginger
2 Oranges
2 Apples
2 drops of Echinacea
1 teaspoon of Green Barley Ice

Brain Buster (One of our favourites that will improve your memory and tantalise your taste buds)

The Science Bit: Raspberries and Strawberries are super foods that are packed with antioxidants and Vitamins C and E, magnesium, ellagic acid and calcium. Bananas are high in potassium which is essential for maintaining normal blood pressure and Gingko Biloba is a wonder supplement known for its brain cell boosting abilities.

Handful of raspberries
Handful of strawberries
1 Small Banana
3 drops of Gingko Biloba liquid
1 teaspoon of Prime Directive
Ice

Skin Purifier (The perfect natural skin clearer!)

The Science Bit: Brazil nuts and pumpkin seeds contain selenium, lecithin and essential fatty acids that promote a clear complexion as well as skin elasticity which will help keep you looking youthful. The juice from celery flushes the system of excess carbon dioxide which can have a detrimental effect on the skin. Cucumbers are a natural diuretic which clears the skin of imperfections.

2 cucumbers
Half an avocado
3 Brazil nuts
Handful of pumpkin seeds
2 sticks of celery
1 teaspoon of Green Barley
Ice

Green Goddess (If you eat your greens, you will be a god/goddess!)

The Science Bit: This is packed with folic acid, chlorophyll, iron, iodine and copper which all maintain a healthy system. Leafy greens are vital for maintaining a healthy gut as they contain high levels of digestive enzymes. Watercress, spinach and broccoli are powerful antioxidants that will clear your system of nasty chemicals!

Half a cucumber
1 stick of celery
Handful of spinach
Handful of watercress
2 small chunks of broccoli
1 Lime (juice)
1 teaspoon of Green Barley
Ice

Vibrant Venus(A deep red beauty that will make you glow on the inside and outside)

The Science Bit: Carrot juice has high levels of beta carotene which is an anti-cancer property. Beetroot and radish are natural anti-biotics and help the body fight free radicals. This juice will also flush your vital organs and bloodstream.
4 carrots
2 radishes
1 raw Beetroot
1 teaspoon of Prime Directive
Ice

Soups and Salads

Not only are these super yummy, soups are easily digestible for the body and pass straight through effortlessly, hence making digestion easier. Salads provide an abundance of vitally important veggies in their natural state which means they retain their digestive enzymes (cooking depletes vegetables of their enzymes).

Ultimate Detoxity Salad
Ingredients
350g red cabbages , shredded
3 carrots , coarsely grated
20g pack parsley, roughly chopped
2 Cox's apples , quartered, cored and sliced
handful of radishes or 2 celery sticks, sliced
3 tbsp toasted pine nuts
1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
2 tbsp each sunflower seeds and linseeds
FOR THE DRESSING
2 tsp grated root ginger
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
4 tbsp light olive oil
Sea salt and black pepper
Method
Prepare all the ingredients for the salad and mix them in a large bowl. Put all the dressing ingredients into a small bowl. Season and whisk until slightly thickened. Pour over the salad and toss until evenly coated.

Thai Style Beetroot Serene Salad
Ingredients
Beetroot, cooked 50 grams
Coriander leaf, chopped 5 grams
Mint leaf, chopped 5 grams
Shallot, finely sliced 3 grams
Lime juice 10 ml
Sesame seed 3 grams
Sesame oil 2 tsp
Ginger, finely chopped 1/2 tsp
Chilli powder    1/4 tsp
Lemon grass, finely sliced 5 grams
Method:
Cut the beetroot into fine strips. Put all ingredients into a bowl and mix well. Garnish with additional fresh coriander and mint leaves.

Pomegranate and Pine nut Minty salad
Ingredients
250g mixed green leaves (rocket, spinach etc)
20g pack mint, roughly chopped
2 pomegranate (seeds only)
1 red onion
80 g pine nuts, toasted
FOR THE DRESSING
2 tsp grated root ginger
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
4 tbsp Virgin Coconut oil
Sea salt and black pepper
Method
Prepare all the ingredients for the salad and mix them in a large bowl.
Put all the dressing ingredients into a small bowl.
Season and whisk until slightly thickened. Pour over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Add sea salt and black pepper

Brown Rice and Coriander Lime Salad
Ingredients
100g brown rice
3 tablespoons fresh coriander
25g flaked toasted almonds
1 red onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
Juice of 3 limes
2 tablespoons Virgin coconut oil
Method
Cook the rice according to the packet and drain. Then, rinse in cold water and drain again. Add all remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly together.

Aduki Bean and Avocado Salad
Ingredients
200g pre-soaked Aduki beans, drained
4 spring onions
250g mixed leaves
2 avocados
Chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons of Virgin coconut oil
Juice of two lemons
Sea salt and black pepper

Method
Simply chuck it all in together, mix thoroughly and sit back and enjoy!

Detoxity Gazpacho Soup Ingredients 3 cups tomatoes, red ripe, seeded and diced
2 cups red bell pepper, diced medium
2 cups red onions, diced medium
1/2 cup celery, diced medium
2 cups cucumber, diced medium
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 cups organic vegetable juice
Pinch of Cayenne Pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
Method
Mix diced tomato, peppers, red onions, celery and cucumber together in a medium bowl. Divide the mixture in half and separate in two bowls.
Add garlic to one of the bowls and empty into blender. Add vinegar to the blender and puree until smooth.
Add the vegetable juice, cayenne and cumin to the blender. Blend. Add the puree to the bowl of diced vegetables. Refrigerate overnight.

Broccoli and Avocado Warming Soup
Ingredients
1 avocado
8 heads of broccoli
1/3 red onion
2 Sticks of celery
Bag of spinach
Inch of ginger root
Pinch of Cayenne Pepper
Method
Steam the broccoli, celery and onion lightly. Then, add hot water and remaining ingredients. Stir before blending all the ingredients and add garlic and pepper for taste.

Delish Country Vegetable Soup
Ingredients
2 small cups of Spelt
1 pinch of Organic Bouillon Vegetable Powder
2 Red Onions
8 Carrots
3 cloves of Garlic
Inch of ginger
Pinch of Cayenne Pepper
3 Courgettes
4 sticks of Celery
Handful of fresh Dill
1 Lemon to garnish
Method
Fry the onions, garlic and ginger very lightly. Add hot water and add the vegetable powder and spelt. Leave to simmer for 10 minutes and then add the carrots and simmer for a further 5 minutes. Add all other ingredients and simmer for 1 minute. Place ingredients into a blender and blend. Garnish with lemon juice.

Shitake Carrot Soup
Ingredients
100 g carrots
150 g shitake mushrooms
300 g pumpkin seed milk (or soymilk as substitute)
300 g vegetable stock
1 g cayenne pepper
80 g straw mushroom
30 g shallots
5 g virgin coconut oil
Directions:
Heat a sauce pan to medium heat – add oil and shallot and sauté for 5 seconds. Next add all vegetables and sauté for another 10 seconds. The add vegetable stock and pumpkin seed milk. Simmer lightly for 15 minutes, check to see if carrots are soft. Then transfer the soup to a blender and puree. Put the pureed mixture back in the sauce pan and reduce to a nice creamy soup.

Asparagus, Courgette and Lemon Soup
Ingredients
2 onions - finely chopped
1 bunch of asparagus
300g vegetable stock (water mixed with veg stock)
400g courgettes
5g virgin coconut oil
2 Lemons
Freshly chopped oregano
Method:
Place the onions, asparagus, courgettes and vegetable stock into a large pan and simmer for 2 minutes. Add the juice of two lemons and oregano and blend straight away!

Pumpkin Seed and Fennel Soup
Ingredients
2 onions - finely chopped
1 clove of garlic
150g of pumpkin seeds
3 Fennel bulbs (sliced and cored)
300g vegetable stock (water mixed with veg stock)
Freshly chopped dill
Method:
Place the onions, garlic and fennel into simmering vegetable stock and simmer for 10 mins. Add the pumpkin seeds and dill and blend away!