Citric Acid Free Gluten Free Carrot Orange Juice
Bright, earthy, and naturally sweet, this carrot and orange juice is the kind of glass that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself. The combination of fresh carrots and ripe oranges creates a vibrant, golden drink with a flavor that's mellow and refreshing rather than sharp or acidic ā which is exactly what makes it work so well for anyone avoiding citric acid as an additive. Store-bought juices and juice blends almost always sneak in citric acid as a preservative or flavor enhancer, so making your own at home is really the only way to be sure of what's in your glass. Both a juicer and a blender method are covered here, so you don't need any special equipment to pull this off. The optional ginger adds a gentle warmth that plays beautifully against the sweetness of the carrots, and a touch of honey or maple syrup lets you dial in the flavor exactly to your liking. Served over ice, it's cold, gorgeous, and ready in minutes.
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2 servings
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 medium oranges, peeled and quartered
- Ā½ cup cold water
- Ā½ tsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated (optional)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If using a juicer, feed the carrot pieces and orange quarters through the juicer alternately, then stir to combine. Skip to step 3.
- 2
If using a blender, add the carrot pieces, orange quarters, and cold water to the blender. Blend on high for 60ā90 seconds until completely smooth and no large chunks remain.
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