Pork Free Fresh Orange Juice
Few things beat the simple pleasure of a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, and this recipe delivers exactly that — bright, sweet, and bursting with natural citrus flavor. Navel or Valencia oranges both work beautifully here, giving you a juice that's far more vibrant than anything sitting in a carton at the store. The technique is straightforward: halve, press, twist, and strain, with a small pinch of salt available as an optional touch that subtly rounds out the sweetness. That tiny salt addition might sound unusual, but it's a classic trick that makes the orange flavor pop without tasting salty at all. Since this is made entirely from whole fruit, there's nothing hidden in the ingredient list — just pure juice, exactly as it should be. It's the kind of recipe that works as a refreshing morning staple, a brunch centerpiece, or a base for a simple mocktail.
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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.