Description
Apple orange juice is a refreshing, naturally sweet beverage made from fresh apples and oranges. It’s crisp, slightly tart, and packed with vitamins—perfect for a morning boost or a cool afternoon refreshment.
Ingredients
- 2 large apples (Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp), cored and chopped
- 2 large oranges (Valencia or navel), peeled and seeded
- 1/2 cup water (optional, for blending)
- Ice cubes (optional, for serving)
- Optional: 1/2 inch piece of fresh ginger or 1 tsp lemon juice for added brightness
Instructions
- Using a juicer:
- Wash and core apples; peel oranges and remove seeds.
- Juice apple and orange pieces using a juicer.
- Stir well and serve immediately over ice if desired.
- Using a blender:
- Chop apples and peel oranges, removing seeds and membranes.
- Blend with 1/2 cup water until smooth.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove pulp.
- Serve chilled or over ice.
Notes
- No need to peel apples if using a juicer—just wash them well.
- Add spinach or kale for a green juice variation.
- Pineapple or carrot can enhance sweetness and nutrition.
- Add cinnamon or ginger for a spiced version.
- Shake or stir juice before serving due to natural separation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
