Gelatin Free Gluten Free Carrot Orange Juice
Bright, sweet carrots and juicy oranges come together in a glass that tastes like sunshine ā earthy, citrusy, and just a little zippy if you add that optional knob of fresh ginger. Every single ingredient here is completely plant-based and naturally free of any animal-derived setting agents, so you can sip without second-guessing the label on a store-bought juice blend. The method is straightforward whether you reach for a juicer or a blender, and straining the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a smooth, clean drink with none of the pulpy texture that can put people off homemade juice. A touch of honey or maple syrup lets you dial in the sweetness to your liking, making this just as easy to keep refined-sugar-light as it is to make a little more indulgent. Serve it over ice and it's genuinely refreshing ā the kind of thing that makes you feel like you're doing something good for yourself without any sacrifice on flavor.
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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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