Description
This Apple Orange Juice is a fresh, tangy, and naturally sweet beverage made from crisp apples and juicy oranges. It’s packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, perfect for a morning boost or refreshing drink any time of day.
Ingredients
- 2 medium apples (Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp), cored and chopped
- 3 medium oranges (navel or Valencia), peeled and segmented
- 1/2 cup water (optional, for blending)
- Ice cubes (optional, for serving)
- Optional: 1 tsp lemon juice
- Optional: 1/2-inch piece of fresh ginger
- Optional: Fresh mint leaves
- Optional: 1 tsp honey (if needed for sweetness)
Instructions
- Wash the apples and oranges thoroughly.
- Peel oranges and remove seeds; core and chop apples.
- If using a juicer, juice apples and oranges directly.
- If using a blender, add fruit and 1/2 cup water. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth if desired.
- Pour into glasses over ice, stir, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use sweet apples to balance citrus tartness naturally.
- Leave apple peels on for extra fiber and nutrients.
- Store juice in the fridge for up to 2 days; shake before serving.
- Try freezing into cubes for smoothies or popsicles.
- Enhance with ginger, mint, or a dash of cinnamon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
