Homemade Orange Juice, fresh and zesty, is perfect for your breakfast or as a refreshing drink on a sunny day. Made with just ripe oranges and a splash of lemon, it’s pure, naturally sweet, and full of benefits—without any added sweeteners.
Start by peeling your oranges and separating them into segments. This makes it easier to blend and extract the juice.
Place the orange segments into your blender. Add a small splash of lemon juice to enhance the flavor and a bit of water to help with the blending process.
Secure the lid on your blender and blend the mixture until smooth.
Pour the juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a container. Use the back of a spoon to press against the pulp to squeeze out all the juice. Remember, the leftover pulp can be used in baking or added to smoothies for extra fiber.
Pour the freshly made Orange Juice into glasses and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and most nutrients.
Making Orange Juice in a Handheld Juicer
First, slice the oranges in half. Then, use your handheld juicer to firmly squeeze out the juice. Although this traditional method takes a bit more effort, it rewards you with exceptionally fresh and vibrant juice.
After juicing, immediately pour the orange juice into a glass. You can dilute it with water if you prefer a lighter taste and add a splash of lemon juice for a zesty kick. Now it’s ready for you to enjoy its pure, refreshing flavor.
Serving
Serve this invigorating Orange Juice with your morning meal, or enjoy it as a refreshing drink to cool off during the heat of summer days.
Notes
Here are my tips for making the perfect Orange Juice:
Juicing Methods: You can use a blender or a handheld juicer for this recipe. An electric juicer works great too and gives you juice of similar quality.
Leftover Pulp: Don't throw it away! The nutritious pulp can be used to add texture and flavor to bread, cakes, muffins, or even granola bars.
Chill Your Oranges: For a colder and more refreshing juice, refrigerate your oranges before juicing. This makes the juice naturally cooler and more pleasant, especially during warm weather, without the need for added ice which can dilute the flavor.
Strain for Preferences: Depending on your texture preference, you can strain the juice to remove excess pulp. This gives you a smoother juice if pulp isn’t your thing. Alternatively, keep the pulp if you enjoy a thicker, more fibrous juice that’s also higher in fiber.
Sweeten Naturally: If your oranges are a bit tart and you prefer a sweeter juice, consider adding a natural sweetener. A touch of honey, or agave syrup blended into your juice can add sweetness without artificial additives.