Pecan Free Fresh Orange Juice
Few things beat a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice made entirely from scratch. The process is almost meditative — halving the oranges, pressing them onto the juicer, watching the bright liquid fill the glass. A quick pass through a fine-mesh strainer keeps things smooth and seed-free, though you can absolutely skip that step if you love a pulpy pour. That optional pinch of salt is a small but surprisingly effective trick that rounds out the natural sweetness and makes the citrus flavor pop. Since this recipe is nothing but whole oranges and an optional pantry staple, there's zero concern about hidden tree nut ingredients sneaking in — it's as clean and straightforward as a recipe gets. Serve it immediately for the freshest, most vibrant flavor possible.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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.