Ward off cold and flu viruses by drinking this mixture of vegetable juice and echinacea tea daily- the vegies contain anti-oxidants and vitamin C, while echinacea boosts immune function.
Ingredients (6)
- 1 echinacea tea bag
- 80ml (1/3 cup) boiling water
- 2 large carrots, peeled, topped
- 1 red capsicum, halved, deseeded, thickly sliced
- 1 lime, peeled
- Ice cubes (optional), to serve
Method
- Step 1Place the tea bag in a small heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water. Set aside for 10 minutes to infuse.
- Step 2Meanwhile, use a juice extractor to process the carrot, capsicum and lime. Transfer to a small jug. Squeeze all the liquid from the tea bag. Pour the tea into the jug. Add the ice cubes and stir to combine. Pour among glasses to serve.
Nutrition per serving
% Daily Value#
| Energy | 265 kj (63cal) | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Total Fat | 0.5g | 1% |
| Carbohydrate Total | 12g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g | 20% |