Description
Classic orange juice is a beloved beverage enjoyed by many around the world, known for its bright color and refreshing taste, offering numerous health benefits.
Ingredients
- Fresh oranges (6 to 8, approximately 1.5 to 2 kg)
- Sugar (1 to 2 tablespoons, optional)
- Water (1/4 cup, optional)
- Lemon or lime juice (splash, optional)
- Mint or basil (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the fresh oranges under running water and pat them dry.
- Cut each orange in half using a sharp knife.
- Juice the oranges using a manual or electric juicer.
- Strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer if a smoother texture is desired.
- Taste the juice and sweeten with sugar if needed, stirring until dissolved.
- Chill the juice in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Garnish with a slice of orange or a sprig of mint before serving.
Notes
- Choose firm, heavy oranges with a bright color for the best flavor.
- Organic oranges are recommended for a cleaner juice.
- Experiment with different fruits and herbs for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Juicing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: orange juice, fresh juice, healthy drink, breakfast beverage