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Blood Orange Juice Recipe

Blood Orange Juice

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Fresh and healthy Blood Orange Juice Recipe! Easy to make, packed with vitamin C and antioxidants. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a refreshing drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 –6 ripe blood oranges
  • Optional: 1 lemon or lime for added tang
  • Optional: 1–2 teaspoons honey agave syrup, or sugar
  • Ice cubes for serving

Equipment

  • Citrus juicer (manual or electric)
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons (optional)
  • Glasses for serving
  • Pitcher or container

Method
 

  1. Wash all oranges thoroughly under running water.
  2. Peel the oranges and remove seeds.
  3. Using a juicer or manual reamer, extract the juice from all oranges.
  4. If desired, squeeze in lemon or lime juice and stir in honey or sweetener.
  5. Mix well, pour over ice, and serve immediately.
  6. Optionally, garnish with a slice of blood orange or fresh mint leaves.

Notes

  • Roll oranges on a countertop before juicing to increase juice yield.
  • Use ripe, heavy oranges for maximum sweetness and color.
  • Fresh juice is best consumed immediately to preserve nutrients and flavor.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours in an airtight container.
  • For a fizzy twist, mix juice with sparkling water or soda before serving.
Blood Orange Juice Recipe
Nutrition
Fresh blood orange juice (1 cup, about 240 ml) contains roughly 80–90 calories. It has 20–22 g of carbohydrates, mostly natural sugars (16–18 g), with about 1–2 g of fiber. Protein is minimal, around 1 g, and fat is virtually zero. It’s very high in vitamin C, providing 90–120 mg (about 100–130% of daily value), along with smaller amounts of folate (around 40 µg), potassium (400–450 mg), calcium (about 40 mg), and magnesium (around 15 mg).