Fresh Orange Juice
Ripe, heavy oranges make naturally sweet juice with lively citrus aroma—no water, sugar, or bottled concentrate required.
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Wash the oranges, roll them firmly on the counter, and cut them in half.
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Press the halves with a citrus press, or peel and process them in a juicer. For a blender, remove peel and excess white pith, blend the segments, then strain out the pulp for the reference preparation described by the nutrition panel.
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Divide the juice between two glasses and serve immediately, or refrigerate in a tightly sealed jar for up to 24 hours.
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Easy swaps
- Combine sweet navel oranges with one tart Valencia orange for a brighter blend.
- Add one small mandarin for a more floral citrus aroma.
- Retain more pulp for a thicker variation; the displayed strained-juice nutrition does not describe an unstrained whole-fruit blend.
Mixpert tips
- Choose oranges that feel heavy for their size; they generally contain more juice.
- Four medium oranges yield roughly one and one half cups, though variety and ripeness change the amount.
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Fresh Orange Juice FAQs
Should I remove the orange pith before blending this juice?
Remove the peel and any thick white pith, which can make the juice taste bitter. A little thin pith left on the fruit is fine. The reference preparation is strained juice, and nutrition uses the stated estimated juice yield. An unstrained blend retains more pulp and fiber, but its nutrition has not been calculated here.
How many oranges make one cup of orange juice?
Two to three medium oranges usually make one cup, depending on variety, size, ripeness, and the juicing method.
How long does fresh orange juice last?
For the best flavor, drink it immediately. Refrigerate leftovers in a tightly sealed container and use within 24 hours.