Tree Nut Free Fresh Orange Juice
Bright, sweet, and bursting with citrus flavor, this freshly squeezed orange juice is about as pure and simple as a drink can get. It comes together with just a handful of navel or Valencia oranges and an optional pinch of salt, which subtly rounds out the natural sweetness in a way that's surprisingly satisfying. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, store-bought juices and blended beverages can sometimes be processed on shared equipment — squeezing your own at home means you know exactly what's in the glass. The technique is straightforward: halve the oranges, press them onto a citrus juicer, and strain out the seeds for a clean, smooth pour. If you love pulp, you can skip the strainer entirely and keep all that fresh texture. That tiny pinch of salt is optional but worth trying at least once — it's a small touch that makes the flavor pop. Serve it immediately for the best taste, because nothing beats a glass of OJ at peak freshness.
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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.