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Eye Opener | Kale, Spinach, Carrot and Grapefruit

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Yeeesss! I struck gold. The Eye Opener is the best kale and grapefruit recipe I’ve run across. The grapefruit makes a wonderful early morning green juice. It truly is an eye opener, but not too tangy.

I don’t know if it’s the kale that cuts the tangy flavor of the grapefruit or if it’s the grapefruit that smooths out the strong flavor of the kale, but whatever it is, it’s fantastic! Served best over ice.

Maybe it’s just the right combination and amount of ingredients that makes this juice so good.

It’s a simple recipe too. Just kale, spinach, carrot and a grapefruit. The grapefruit needs peeling, but that’s pretty easy. I’m used to peeling citrus fruit when juicing. Speaking of peelers, here’s a good one: OXO Good Grips Swivel Peeler.

This is a serious hit of carotene, essential for eye health and immunity.- The Big Book of Juices

eye openerEye Opener – The Big Book of Juices

The Eye Opener comes from  The Big Book of Juices: More Than 400 Natural Blends for Health and Vitality Every Day.  According to the Juice Recipe Builder, this recipe has 78 calories and it’s packed full of vitamins A, C, and K. What a wonderful vegetable based juice recipe.

Makes 10 ounces

  • 1 handful kale
  • 1 large handful spinach
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 grapefruit

eye opener

NUTRIENTS

Beta-carotene, folic acid, vitamins B3, A, C and K. Calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and sulphur.

This is an excellent immunity juice recipe. Try it over ice.

Thank you again for reading and please let me know what you think of this recipe by commenting below.

Sources for this article include:

The Big Book of Juices: More Than 400 Natural Blends for Health and Vitality Every Day

Juice Recipe Builder

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I am a natural health enthusiast and hold a Bachelor's Degree in Natural Health from the Sandy Hill Institute for Natural Sciences. My website PRIME Juicers is dedicated to people who enjoy juicing and want to improve their health and lose weight by juicing fresh fruits and vegetables. I also write about blending, nutrition and natural health. Please join me and have fun juicing! (I may be an affiliate for products that I recommend. If you purchase those items from my links I will earn a commission. You will not pay more when buying a product through my link.)

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55 Responses

  1. Venkateshkumar says:
    October 24, 2018 at 5:17 AM

    Very good article and it’s really helpful for everyone. I like this mixed recipe idea. Thanks for sharing here.

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  2. Alex says:
    October 5, 2018 at 9:49 PM

    I never in my life would have thought to mix these.

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  3. Jeff
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    May 10, 2017 at 12:01 AM

    This recipe looks delicious. I am glad I stumbled upon this from a random YouTube video. Thanks for sharing!

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  4. Shawn Paul says:
    February 27, 2017 at 7:46 AM

    It might be the tasty recipe but having spinach on the recipe might not good for me I think.. is there any good recipe for 52YO old man? and the rest of the article is quite impressive! anyway already subscribed your site! thanks anyway 😀 awaiting answer!

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  5. Ireene Siniakis
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    February 23, 2017 at 12:38 AM

    Thanks for article. I’m a Weight Loss Coach and any recipe that disguises the taste and texture of kale is a bonus and I’m sure my clients will love!

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  6. Ireene Siniakis
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    February 23, 2017 at 12:35 AM

    Thanks for this article. I’m a Weight Loss Coach and I’ll be passing this recipe onto clients who dislike the taste of kale. With it being such a nutrient dense food, this is a great way to consume it.

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  7. Ireene Siniakis
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    February 23, 2017 at 12:34 AM

    Thanks for sharing. I’m a Weight Loss Coach and I’ll sure be passing this recipe on to my cliens as anything that disguises the taste of kale is a bonus! It’s such a nutrient dense food and this is a great way to learn to love it!

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  8. ISeenLab
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    July 9, 2016 at 7:31 PM

    I never even thought of a juice made with such a deadly mixture of ingredient. It was nice juice recipe. I will surely prepare it over the weekend. Thanks for the share.
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  9. Martin Lee
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    July 2, 2016 at 6:28 AM

    What a great post about an all natural way to heal the eye from nutrition. Four very important vitamins for eye floaters are vitamin C, E, A and D. These vitamins can help to prevent and cure eye floaters. Vitamin C has been shown to enhance the repair of cartilage, a protein found in the eye that is responsible for maintaining the proper shape of the vitreous humor. In addition, both vitamin C and E have anti-oxidant properties, and neutralize free radicals. Vitamin A is perhaps the most popular vitamin when it comes to eye health and good vision. It is essential for sight, and is crucial for optimal ocular health. A good intake of vitamin A has been shown to prevent many eye-related conditions. Vitamin D plays numerous roles in the body, including the prevention of degeneration of body tissues.

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  10. Diane Corriette
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    June 14, 2016 at 4:05 PM

    Grapefruit and kale – a combination I have never tried but I have everything in my fridge except the grapefruit so will try it out tomorrow when I buy one.

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  11. Cris Senna says:
    May 28, 2016 at 8:39 AM

    Hi… I love your juice recipes. Its awesome.

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  12. Visioncare says:
    October 19, 2015 at 5:08 AM

    This is very great article! Thanks for sharing i liked it.

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  13. Badi says:
    September 19, 2015 at 12:20 PM

    Thanks Mr. Rich Donahue for your nice post. Yes The Eye Opener is the best kale and grapefruit recipe. Its really healthy.
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  14. Niyan
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    September 5, 2015 at 10:11 AM

    xD This is another juice with grapefruit.. i am gonna having grapefruit this week..
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  15. aryan
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    August 1, 2015 at 2:04 AM

    Kale. spinach are the most healthiest vegetable on the planet earth. and this juice recipe is awesome (x
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  16. Thejkumar says:
    July 29, 2015 at 2:37 AM

    Really this is very useful website and I like the posts in this. Eye Care India
    They provide good things, how to be healthy.

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  17. Kesehatan Mata says:
    July 15, 2015 at 10:50 AM

    the health of our eyes should be kept, for that we should eat nutritious foods and have adequate nutrition. such as vitamin A is good for the eyes, and is usually found in carrots

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  18. Jack says:
    June 25, 2015 at 12:39 AM

    Hi, One of the best juice recipe which keeps eyes condition healthy and wealth.
    Eye Care India

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  19. Health Tips
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    May 30, 2015 at 7:51 PM

    Thanks Mr. Rich Donahue for your nice post. Yes The Eye Opener is the best kale and grapefruit recipe. Its really healthy.
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  20. Richard says:
    May 6, 2015 at 2:54 AM

    Hi Rich,
    The information on your blog is very useful for each and everyone.
    Eye Care India

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  21. Gary Stein says:
    February 2, 2015 at 6:43 PM

    This is really great! Not only is juice great tasting but if it is fresh it can be so healthy for you as well!

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  22. Redmond P.
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    December 8, 2014 at 1:05 PM

    I’ve been making something very similar to this for awhile… But I always called it “Ghost Putty” and included half a tomato…

    Main reason for the name is the first time I made some, my grandson was watching me and when I started drinking it he exclaimed, “Ghost putty!!!”

    …Turns out he had dropped a small lump of silly putty into the blender when I wasn’t looking. But mixture was like a kick in the pants, and i kept the name cause it was funny. 🙂
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  23. faissel
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    September 23, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    Thanks Rich for such a post i really appreciate you. Keep up the good work.
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  24. Salma says:
    January 22, 2014 at 3:53 PM

    Its really a delicious recipe and i am getting it also once in a week. It is once of my favorite juice actually.
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  25. tips sehat says:
    January 16, 2014 at 10:42 PM

    whats that, a juice mixer ?, its delicious to mix some fruit into one? hmm
    thanks before
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  26. Alysha says:
    December 29, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    I always try to follow all your post and I have a list of my favorite blogger and you are top of them. Because I learn so much thing from you within few months. I cordially love you.
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  27. Fatima says:
    October 17, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    Now that’s one good nutritious and wholesome recipe you have shared here. I just love fruits and having a mix of so many yummy ones is just great. Thanks for the share.

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  28. Jessica says:
    October 11, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    Juice can kick start your metabolism and gives your body a break from all of the harmful chemicals. Haven’t tried the juice which is the combination of kale, Spinach, Carrot and Grapefruit. Will surely try this one
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  29. Dan says:
    October 10, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Hah. This looks very interesting. I will definitely try it as I like grapefruit very much. Thanks for the recipe. Cheers!

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  30. Simona says:
    October 4, 2013 at 3:00 PM

    Mmm, personally I`ve never tried kale but I have read about it and it entices me greatly. Your recipe sounds delish! Will try!

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  31. Gaurav Raghav says:
    October 1, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    Lovely recipes. Another way that i enjoy these nutritious things is by steeping them in my green tea.It changes the taste of my everyday tea.
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    September 29, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    Thanks! That ended up being great and thus easy to create.
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  34. ricki says:
    September 28, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    It’s so healthy 🙂 fontunately, the ingredients is easy enough to get. so, I can make this juice anytime.
    Thanks for this wonderful juice recipe Rich 🙂

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  35. Stacey says:
    September 26, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    I love drinking fresh juice in the morning. This is a good addition to my favorites list. Thanks for sharing; I have tried the recipe and, indeed, it is a real eye opener!

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  36. Phillip says:
    September 26, 2013 at 5:01 AM

    Well i must admit i never would have thought of putting these ingredients together but it must be worth ago for the nutrient value alone

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  37. Rich Donahue
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    September 25, 2013 at 8:57 PM

    Hi Gina that’s a good question. I mean my hands may be larger than someone elses, so mine will turn out different. I guess what I’m saying (and the book) is use a little extra for a large handful. The more I do it the better I know how much I can tolerate of an ingredient. My juicing sense kicks in 🙂 Thanks for commenting, best wishes and happy juicing.
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  38. Emilia says:
    September 23, 2013 at 1:34 AM

    This looks absolutely delicious and healthy. Thanks for sharing and more power.

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  39. Aayna says:
    September 21, 2013 at 12:52 AM

    I never even thought of a juice made with such a deadly combination. It was nice one. I will surely prepare it over the weekend. Thanks for the share.
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  40. Suzy Dorning says:
    September 20, 2013 at 3:13 PM

    I really like your article here. Kale is one of my favorite ingredients so can’t wait to try this. Thanks.
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  41. Health blushon
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    September 14, 2013 at 2:48 AM

    It is nice juice.. carrot is great vegetable for Energy so it is best juice for sharpen the eyes
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  42. Gautham
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    September 10, 2013 at 9:35 PM

    Hi,

    I personally feel this is a great juice recipe, infact with several nutrients essential for a perfect eye sight. I suffer from myopia.

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