How To Make Carrot Juice – The Healthy Way

By: Vegan Agility Team Last updated: December 6, 2020

This outstanding vegetable should be a staple in everyone’s juicing routine, no matter what diet they are on, and once you know the quick steps on how to make carrot juice while retaining the most nutrients I have no doubt that you will be juicing carrots regularly.

This highly nutritious vegetable has the sweetness of fruits yet has a nutrient profile similar to the best vegetables giving you the best of both worlds. Carrots are typically known for their bright orange hue, yet unbeknownst to many, carrots also come in purple, yellow, and white varieties with slightly different nutritional properties. In general, carrots provide a large amount of vitamins A and C as well as being a great source of potassium, magnesium, and beneficial antioxidants.

Why you should be juicing carrots

• The juice is fresh and free from preservatives making it a clean and efficient way to take in essential nutrients
• Free from pasteurization which causes nutrient degradation – meaning your carrot juice will retain maximum nutrient density and quality 
• A brilliant way to get a large boost of vitamins and minerals in one setting which may take 3-5 meals if eating the same amount
• Quick absorption of nutrients into the blood stream since the juice is in liquid form
• Easy on the stomach making it great for those with sensitive digestive systems
• Tasty and versatile – giving you the option to blend your carrots with your favorite fruits and vegetables

Quick Nutrition overview (per 1 cup of carrots)

Macronutrients: Fat 0.3g, Carbohydrates 12.3g, Protein 1.2
Vitamins: Vitamin A 1068.8mcg – 119% DV, Vitamin C 7.6mg – 8% DV, Vitamin E 0.8mg – 6% DV
Minerals: Potassium 409.6mg – 9% DV, Calcium 42.4 mg – 3% DV, Magnesium 15.4 – 4% DV

Evidence backed benefits of carrots

• Carrots are also one of the best sources of beta carotene, which is converted into the essential nutrient vitamin A.
• Just a one-cup serving of carrots provides you with enough beta carotene to fulfill over 100% of your daily vitamin A needs. 
• Vitamin A is essential to longterm eye health and maintaining a healthy immune system which is why carrots are such an amazing vegetable to juice.
• Carrots are also packed with biotin, which is excellent for growing healthy hair, and vitamin K, which studies have shown plays a crucial role in optimal bone health.
• The high alkalinity of carrots helps to counteract some of the negative effects of highly acidic foods and makes them a wonderful base for any cleansing or detox juice.

Does juicing carrots remove nutrients?

• When juicing carrots, a majority of the mineral and vitamins are retained in a concentrated form since you are juicing multiple carrots to make a single juice rather than eating carrots which would typically be fewer overall
• The one difference is the amount of fiber which is generally extracted to a large amount to give you the juice while the fiber is left in the pulp
• For those who like a bit more of a fibrous carrot juice, you can use a juicing screen with bigger filter holes, or you can simply add some pulp back into your juice

Do you need to peel carrots before juicing?

• No, you do not have to peel carrots before juicing. However, we do recommend to wash your carrots properly or slightly scrub the outer layer to get rid of dirt and potentially any chemicals that were used on the carrots.

Can you drink carrot juice every day?

Yes, providing the rest of your daily diet is nutritionally balanced. Drinking carrot juice is a low-calorie way to boost your vitamin A, C, potassium, and carbohydrate intake. However, it is still essential to fulfill the rest of your daily nutritional needs through balanced whole food intake.  

Can a slow masticating juicer juice carrots?

Yes, in our experience, slow juicers are the best juicer type for carrots. Centrifugal juicers can still be used for carrot juicing, but a slow masticating juicer will extract a much higher juice yield and typically retain a higher level of nutrients. Our favorite slow juicer is the Tribest 5050 since it juices carrots magnificently but also allows for versatility when juicing other ingredients. Check out our top 5 carrot juicer reviews to find a juicer for carrots that fits your needs.

Can I make carrot juice with a blender?

Yes, it is possible to make carrot juice with a blender, but the process is not as efficient as using a slow cold-pressed juicer and requires an extra step of filtration to ensure the juice comes out smooth.

What are the best vegetables to combine with carrot juice?

Our two favorite vegetables to combine into simple carrot juice mixes that compliment each other’s flavors magnificently are carrot and ginger juice, and carrot and beet juice. The unique flavors mesh incredibly well, plus you can add your favorite choice of fruit into the mix to give the juice some extra sweetness like mixing carrot orange and ginger juice.

How to make carrot juice – detailed steps

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Home made carrot juice recipe – How to guide

Fresh homemade carrot juice to boost your vitamin A C and E content

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time5 mins

Total Time10 mins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Vegan juice, vegetable juice

Keyword: beta-carotene, carrots

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• ▢ 6 carrots medium sized
• ▢ 1/4 ginger Optional – for spice

Equipment

• juicer

Instructions

How to make carrot juice in a juicer

• Clean the carrots

  Wash the carrots thoroughly to get rid of any dirt or potential chemicals that could have been sprayed in and around the soil they were grown in.

  Use a food brush to remove the thin external layer of the carrots.

  Organic carrots will generally be grown in environments with fewer chemicals used, so they may not require as much cleaning.

  If you are extra concerned about potential pesticides, then you can peel the carrots with a knife or vegetable peeler.
• Cut the carrots 

  Cut the carrots down into pieces small enough to fit into your juicers feed chute

  If using a blender, try to make them small enough to prevent your blades from jamming.

  Carrots are a tough fibrous vegetable, so if the carrot pieces are too big, it may become a significant strain on your blender's motor.
• Set up your kitchen tools

  Ensure you have enough space for your carrot juicer or blender

  Make sure all safety clamps and locks are active, and your juicer or blender is secure on your kitchen surface
• Begin juicing

  Gradually place your sliced carrots into the feed chute and use the juicers tamper to push the carrots through the machine.
• Prepare to serve

  All your carrots should have been efficiently juiced with the pulp collected in the pulp container and a jug full of bright, delicious carrot juice fresh and ready to drink.
• Serve

  You can now serve up your tasty, nutrient-rich carrot juice with a few ice cubes and enjoy the refreshing flavor.

  It's best to drink the carrot juice soon after juicing to prevent nutrient degradation.

How to make carrot juice in a blender

• Follow preparation steps 1-4 to have your carrots set up
• Make sure to cut your carrots small to ensure the blades of your blender do not jam
• Place your carrots in the blender's jug but do not overfill
• Add half a cup of water to make the blending job slightly easier for your blenders blades. Continue blending until smooth. You may need to and add little amounts of water to adjust the thickness.
• Pour the blended carrot juice through a fine sieve or strainer to filter out all the pulp. This may require a few runs through to ensure all pulp is extracted
• You can now serve up your delicious blended carrot juice with a few ice cubes and enjoy the refreshing flavor.

Key nutrients

Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 586mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 30572IU | Vitamin B6: 1mg | Vitamin C: 11mg | Vitamin E: 1mg | Vitamin K: 24µg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg | Magnesium: 22mg | Zinc: 1mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on your ingredients and tools.

Feeling inspired?

Why not try out some of our alternative carrot juice recipes that use a blend of different fruits and vegetables to compliment the unique taste of carrots. These recipes allow you to get a bit creative with your carrot juicing while adding extra nutritional benefits that enhance the overall juicing result.

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