Spice Free Fresh Orange Juice
Few things feel as purely refreshing as a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, and this recipe proves you really don't need anything beyond the fruit itself. Navel and Valencia oranges are naturally sweet and bright, so there's zero need for added flavoring, seasoning blends, or anything that could sneak in unwanted heat or spice. That makes this an ideal choice for anyone avoiding even the mildest spiced ingredients — what you see is genuinely what you get. A quick press on a citrus juicer and a pass through a fine-mesh strainer is all it takes to go from whole fruit to a clean, vibrant glass. The optional pinch of salt is a subtle trick that rounds out the natural sweetness without introducing any complexity you don't want. Serve it immediately and the flavor is incomparably fresh — nothing from a carton even comes close.
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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.