Nitrate & Nitrite Free Fresh Orange Juice
Bright, sun-sweet, and squeezed entirely by hand, this glass of fresh orange juice is about as pure as a drink can get. For anyone avoiding processed beverages, store-bought juices can be a minefield — many commercial brands use additives and preservatives that don't belong anywhere near a clean glass. Here, the ingredient list is essentially just oranges, which means you know exactly what you're drinking from the very first sip. Navel or Valencia oranges both work beautifully, delivering that balance of tart and sweet that no carton can quite replicate. A pinch of salt is optional but surprisingly effective at rounding out the flavor and making the citrus pop even more. Strain it smooth or leave it pulpy — either way, this is the kind of simple, wholesome ritual that makes mornings feel genuinely good.
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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.