Artificial Food Coloring Free Fresh Orange Juice
Few drinks are as purely satisfying as a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, and this one delivers that bright, sun-ripened flavor that no bottle can match. Store-bought juices are a minefield of added dyes and synthetic colorings that sneak in under vague labeling, so making your own is the cleanest way to know exactly what's in your glass. Here, it's just oranges — and an optional pinch of salt that subtly rounds out the natural sweetness and acidity in a way that's surprisingly effective. The process is as simple as halving the fruit, pressing it on a citrus juicer, and straining out the seeds if you like a smoother pour. That's genuinely it. The result is vivid, naturally golden juice with zero artificial anything, and it tastes like the real thing because it is the real thing. Serve it immediately for the freshest flavor and the most vibrant color nature can offer.
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2 servings
- 4 large navel or valencia oranges
- 1 pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve 4 large oranges crosswise. Press each half firmly onto a citrus juicer and twist to extract the juice, working over a measuring cup or bowl until all halves are juiced — you should have about 2 cups of juice.
- 2
Pour the juice through a fine-mesh strainer into glasses to remove seeds and excess pulp, or skip the strainer if you prefer pulpy juice. Add a pinch of salt, if using, and stir briefly. Serve immediately.