When it comes to fresh juice, freshly squeezed orange juice is a classic. OJ is a wonderful combination of sweet and tart, leagues ahead of any ‘from concentrate’ option. When combining carrot and orange juice, you get the sweet and more-ish citrus flavor combined with the light, refreshing, and still naturally sweet carrot flavor. Not only does this carrot and orange juice combination taste wonderful, but it’s also a great immune-boosting juice option during the colder winter months and packed with health benefits. This juice also makes for an excellent ‘base’ to experiment with different add-ins. Read the recipe notes below for some suggestions. Plus, this recipe can be made with a juicer or blender (and strained with a strainer/nut milk bag) – so everyone can give it a go. (And learning how to make orange juice and carrot juice is SUPER simple – no matter which method!). Carrots are loaded with benefits, including containing high levels of several vitamins (A, B, C, E, and K), potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Thus, the health benefits of carrot juice are plentiful, including boosting eye health, brain function, immune health, cholesterol levels, and even boost skin and hair health. Meanwhile, orange juice contains impressive levels of several vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, potassium, and folate, while improving heart health, decreasing inflammation, as well as being high in antioxidants.
The Step By Step Instructions
With A Juicer
When making this orange carrot juice blend with a juicer, the process is super quick and simple. First, make sure you properly clean and scrub your carrots (I usually do this immediately after buying them, so I don’t have to do this step each time I want to use carrots, then I rinse them before using). Chop the carrots if needed to fit your juicer chute. To prepare the oranges, peel them and optionally remove as much of the white pith as you can (as it can cause the juice to be more bitter – though I usually skip this step and haven’t had issues). Feed the carrots then oranges into your juicer. Mix the juice and enjoy it!
With A Blender
It took me a long time to invest in my juicer (though I regret waiting so long), so I thought I’d share this recipe with two methods – so everyone can have a try. When it comes to using a blender, you won’t extract as much from the fruits and veggies as you will with a juicer. You’ll also need to go through the extra step of straining the juice. But otherwise, it’s not too much additional effort. All you need to do is chop up the carrots into 1-2″ pieces and peel and pull apart the orange segments, add to your high-powered blender with a little water (about 1/4 cup), and blend, blend, blend. Sieve the resulting pulpy juice through a sieve or nut milk bag, and enjoy it! You can then save the remaining pulp from both methods to add to smoothies, soups, stews, muffins, etc. Plus, the pulp is freezable, too (just in case you won’t use it immediately).
How To Store
Freshly squeezed juice is always best consumed immediately for the maximum amount of nutrients. However, any leftovers can be stored in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Read below for more helpful tips/notes.
Recipe Notes
Carrot orange ginger juice is a classic combo – so feel free to add a little bit of ginger. I suggest starting with 1/2″ of ginger root to begin and increasing, to taste. It adds a wonderful spice and warm flavor, as well as tons of health benefits.The variety of orange that you use will affect the flavor/sweetness of the final juice. If you like juice with pulp then you can spoon some back into the juice. This will also provide extra nutrients and fiber. For chilled juice: I prefer this juice when chilled but also like drinking it immediately to make the most of the nutrients. For an immediate chilled option, you can chill the ingredients in the fridge overnight before juicing (or in the freezer for 30-40 minutes). If you find the juice needs a little extra sweetness, then feel free to add a little of your favorite natural sweetener: maple, agave, or for a sugar-free option, then erythritol could work. Alternatively, juice a small apple for natural sweetness and flavor.Optional Add-ins: Luckily, orange and carrot juice both pair wonderfully with several other flavors: lemon/lime, mint, spinach, turmeric, parsley, pineapple, celery, etc. Depending on what health benefits you want and what flavor, experiment with different ingredients and amounts. For anyone with any health issues regarding blood-sugar levels, it’s best to consult with a doctor before starting to juice often – to make sure they’re safe to drink.
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