Pregnancy Friendly Fresh Orange Juice
Few things feel as nourishing during pregnancy as a cold, freshly squeezed glass of orange juice made entirely from scratch. Navel and Valencia oranges are naturally rich in folate and vitamin C, two nutrients that matter enormously during this season of life, and squeezing them yourself means you know exactly what's going into your glass — no added sugars, preservatives, or mystery concentrates. The process is almost meditative: halve, press, twist, and in minutes you have about two cups of bright, vibrant juice that store-bought simply cannot match. A fine-mesh strainer keeps things smooth if you prefer a cleaner sip, or skip it entirely for that satisfying pulpy texture. The optional pinch of salt is a small but clever touch that rounds out the sweetness and makes the citrus flavor pop. It's the kind of simple, wholesome ritual that feels like genuine self-care, and it comes together with almost no effort at all.
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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.