How to Juice Oranges, Lemons & Limes

Oranges are a type of citrus fruit.

Oranges, lemons and limes are citrus fruits that are high in vitamin C and have a tangy, acidic flavor. Orange juice is a popular drink, and the juices of all three fruits are commonly used to flavor cocktails, smoothies and culinary dishes. If you want the freshest orange, lemon or lime juice, you should juice the fruits yourself. Juicing these fruits is a simple process of applying pressure that causes the juice to be released. The method of juicing is the same for oranges, lemons and limes.

Things You'll Need

• Microwave
• Juicer

Instructions

1. Leave the fruit out on the counter for several hours to bring it to room temperature.

2. Place the fruit in the microwave for 15 seconds to help release more juice.

3. Roll the fruit on the counter top for about 10 seconds while applying slight pressure with the palm of your hand.

4. Slice the fruit in half.

5. Place the freshly cut flat side of one of the halves on top of a manual juicer. Press down as you turn the fruit back and forth to release the juice. Most juicers have a lip that will catch seeds and large pulp.

6. Remove seeds and any unwanted pulp before consuming the juice or adding it to a recipe.

Tips & Warnings

• Lemons and limes are small enough that you can juice them simply by cutting them in half and squeezing, although using a juicer usually renders more liquid.

References

• What's Cooking America: Juicing