Walnut 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. This is the kind of drink that makes you feel genuinely good about what you're putting in your body, and it comes together with nothing more than whole produce and a blender or juicer. Because every ingredient here is a whole fruit, vegetable, or natural sweetener, there's zero concern about hidden nut-based additives or cross-contamination from shared processing facilities ā something that can be surprisingly tricky with packaged juices and blended drinks. The blender method is especially handy since it means you don't need any specialty equipment, just a fine-mesh strainer and a little patience pressing out the pulp. A drizzle of honey or maple syrup lets you dial in the sweetness to your exact taste, making this just as crowd-pleasing for kids as it is for adults. Serve it straight over ice and drink it right away for the freshest, most vibrant 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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