We have to admit, in our often tried but (also often) failed attempts to resolve our predilection towards anything cheese- and carb-heavy (typically accompanied by a glass of Malbec), we’ve been punch-drunk on many a green juice. The truth is, when it comes to cleanses, we can usually be seen relapsing and dropping out of the weeklong commitment by day three. While we’re not new to the idea of clean eating, who better than our friends over at Goop (a place where the high priestess swears by kale and Tracy Anderson) to lay the ground work for a Gwyneth-approved cleanse we actually want stick to (and not starve while doing). So guys, get in all that carb-loading while you can, because come Monday you’re totally joining us in this.
THE DETOX
“This year, we decided to go a bit lighter on the grains—but we wanted to do it without going overly ascetic. We came up with some good solutions for filling and hearty meals that won’t leave you hungry during these colder months. And we teamed up with San Francisco’s Native Juice and LA’s Kore Kitchen for some delicious smoothie and juice recipes that are easy to superpower with supplements, should you need an extra kick in the pants. (Kore does a full, super clean meal delivery in LA, while Native Juice offers healthy snacks and lunches.)
As always, the rules are simple (but tough). Just say no to: alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, gluten, dairy, soy, corn, and nightshades (white, blue, red, and yellow potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant).”
As always, the rules are simple (but tough). Just say no to: alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, gluten, dairy, soy, corn, and nightshades (white, blue, red, and yellow potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant).”
The Menu:
Monday
Day 1
FIRST THING: Lemon Water
BREAKFAST: Godzilla Native Juice
LUNCH: Roasted Kabocha Soup
SNACK: Rice Cakes with Almond Butter
DINNER: Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi Salad
Tuesday
Day 2
FIRST THING: Lemon Water
BREAKFAST: Clean Granola with Almond or Quinoa Milk
LUNCH: Buckwheat Soba Noodle Salad
SNACK: Kore Berry Mint Kiss Smoothie
DINNER: Roasted Kabocha Soup
Wednesday
Day 3
FIRST THING: Lemon Water
BREAKFAST: Kore Hula Hydrator Smoothie
LUNCH: Leek and Celery Root Soup with half a Baked Sweet Potato
SNACK: Rice Cake with Hummus
DINNER: Seared Halibut with Lentils, Kale, and Salsa Verde
Thursday
Day 4
FIRST THING: Lemon Water
BREAKFAST: Clean Granola with Coconut Yogurt and Blueberries
LUNCH: Braised Lentil Salad with Roasted Kabocha, Arugula & Avocado
SNACK: House Special Native Juice
DINNER: Grilled Zucchini Socca Tacos
Friday
DAY 5
FIRST THING: Lemon Water
BREAKFAST: Beet Down Native Juice
LUNCH: Red Lentil Soup with Socca Wraps
SNACK: Kore Carrot Cake Shake
DINNER: Cauliflower Fried Rice
Saturday
DAY 6
FIRST THING: Lemon Water
BREAKFAST: Quinoa Flake Breakfast or Chia Seed Pudding
LUNCH: Red Lentil Soup with Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Coconut Oil & Seeds
SNACK: Kale in Comparison Native Juice
DINNER: Chicken Kefta Wraps
Sunday
DAY 7
FIRST THING: Lemon Water
BREAKFAST: Kore Strawberry Gingersnap Smoothie
LUNCH: Cauliflower Black Bean Bowl with Kale Guacomole
SNACK: Handful of Clean Granola
DINNER: Thai Curry Soup
Read more about the cleanse on goop.com. Photography by Kore Kitchen and Native Juice.