Immune Boosting Carrot Orange Juice

A delicious and refreshing Carrot Orange Juice that's naturally sweet, vibrant, and packed with immune-boosting nutrients! This homemade carrot juice blends fresh oranges, crisp carrots, juicy cantaloupe and ginger into an organic energy drink with no added sugar. Kickstart your day with this quick, 10-minute carrot ginger orange juice - perfect for a nourishing breakfast, juice cleanse, or anytime you need a natural pick-me-up!

Homemade Carrot Orange Juice

One of the best ways to stay hydrated and energized is to enjoy fresh vegetable and fruit juices in the morning with a wholesome breakfast or as a light pick-me-up before supper. Orange juice is one of the most popular natural energy drinks - refreshing, naturally sweet, and packed with vitamin C. At home, KR and I love starting our day with a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, homemade Rose Lemonade, or Cucumber Lemonade.

When we want something more nourishing, we often make a quick smoothie or a vibrant drink like this easy Carrot Orange and Ginger Smoothie. I like to mix fruits and veggies based on their natural sweetness and calorie content, and combining carrot juice with orange and cantaloupe always gives a refreshing twist that follows a bright orange theme. I love that this homemade juice can be enjoyed in both summer and winter!

Homemade vs Store-Bought Carrot Orange Juice

This juicing recipe bursts with zesty citrus and a hint of warm ginger, while the natural sweetness of fresh carrots balances the tangy oranges and sweet cantaloupes, creating a perfectly balanced, revitalizing drink. This immunity juice recipe is a keeper! This recipe works as a juice or smoothie, depending on whether you strain it or enjoy it as is.

Homemade Carrot Orange Ginger Juice is so much better than store-bought drinks. Bottled drinks are often loaded with added sugar, preservatives, and artificial colors - plus, it's hard to find a fresh, ready-made juice that combines oranges, carrots, cantaloupes, and ginger all in one. Making your own fresh Carrot Juice with Orange at home lets you control the ingredients and enjoy a healthier, tastier drink every single time.

Personally, I don't believe in extreme juice cleanses or detox fasts - I'd rather enjoy fresh juices like this carrot ginger orange juice, Kiwi Smoothie, and Berry Smoothie as part of my balanced diet. Each ingredient in this homemade carrot juice brings natural vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, making it a healthy, organic energy drink you can feel good about.

Why Make It

🌱 Vegan and no added sugar
⏱️ Ready in just 10 minutes
🥕🍊🍈 Made with only 6 fresh ingredients
💪 Provides a mega-dose of nutrients
🛡️ Extra vitamins help boost your immunity
⚡ Gives you more natural energy to power through the day
🧃 Made in the Blender - No Juicer Required!

🧾 Ingredients Needed

Oranges: Use naturally sweet varieties like Navel, Tangerine, Clementine, or Valencia oranges for making the best homemade orange juice refined sugar-free. Choose ripe oranges that are heavy in size and have a bright, uniform orange color.

Cantaloupe: Fresh cantaloupe (or muskmelon) adds natural sweetness and a high water content to keep you hydrated. The cantaloupe also gives this homemade detox drink a nice melon flavor. You can use whole fruit, pre-cut, or frozen cantaloupe chunks.

Carrots: Choose fresh, tender organic baby carrots for the best sweet flavor and maximum nutrients in your carrot juice.

Black Salt and Ginger Powder: These help with digestion and add a subtle kick to your carrot ginger orange smoothie. Optional, but they help curb the need for extra sweeteners. Fresh ginger can also be used when making Carrot Orange and Ginger Smoothie.

Mint Leaves: Fresh mint makes this Carrot and Orange Juice extra refreshing and cooling.

Equipment: You'll need a high-powered juicer or blender to make this homemade Orange Ginger Carrot Smoothie easily in minutes.

How To Make It 🔪

Add cantaloupe cubes and peeled oranges to a blender jar.

Peel and add the orange slices to a blender jar.
Add the chopped cantaloupe pieces.

Then add peeled, and chopped carrots along with mint leaves, ginger powder, and black salt.

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Next, add the chopped baby carrots. Chef Tip: There's no need to peel baby carrots. If your blender isn't very powerful, chop them into smaller pieces. or grate them first so they blend smoothly.
Add the mint leaves, ginger powder, and black salt.

Add ice cubes, and water. Grind to make a a smooth juice.

Pour in water and add a few ice cubes.
Blend until smooth. Sieving this Carrot and Orange Juice is optional.

Immune-boosting Carrot Ginger Orange Juice served chilled with eco-friendly straws.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

When it's time to serve, add ice cubes to your glasses and pour in this refreshing, sugar-free Orange Ginger Carrot Juice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and enjoy immediately. For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a few mint leaves to the pitcher and refrigerate the drink for 15-20 minutes, or until you're ready to serve. This organic energy drink tastes best when served chilled, but it's delicious right away too.

Enjoy a glass Carrot Orange Fruit Juice for breakfast, as an afternoon pick-me-up, after a sweaty workout, or serve it as a healthy, non-alcoholic drink at parties. This homemade organic energy drink is kid-friendly and perfect for the whole family! When making this Carrot and Orange Juice for adults, spike it with a little vodka, rum or whiskey.

For a fun twist, pour the Orange Carrot Ginger Juice into Popsicle molds and freeze just like Indian Buttermilk Popsicles or Blueberry Popsicles- they make the perfect refreshing treat for hot summer days! Pour them in shot glass and have as an immunity boosting shot.

Serve this deliciously refreshing Carrot Orange Fruit Juice with wholesome, nutritious dishes like Cucumber and Cream Cheese Sandwiches, a classic Bombay Veg Sandwich, Oats Upma, Teff Porridge, Quinoa Upma, Pesarattu, Moong Dal Chilla, Teff Idli, Ragi Idli, or even crispy Chinese Scallion Pancakes!

💭 Priya's Recipe Tips

If you're using regular carrots, you can leave the skin on since many nutrients are concentrated there - just be sure to wash and scrub them thoroughly. Baby carrots don't need to be peeled and add extra fiber to this Carrot Orange Ginger Juice. You can choose to sieve it or enjoy it as is. If you do strain it, use a fine mesh sieve or a nut milk bag - and don't toss the leftover pulp! It's packed with fiber and can be added to muffins, soups, or smoothies, or frozen to use later.

If you have any health concerns or dietary restrictions, it's always best to consult with your doctor or nutritionist before adding fresh juices like this to your diet.

FAQs 📖

What other ingredients can be added in this Orange Carrot and Ginger Juice recipe?

If you'd like to switch up the flavor of your homemade Carrot Orange Juice, here are some tasty ideas:
Add a teaspoon of roasted cumin powder or chaat masala for a tangy, savory twist. You can also add half a teaspoon of turmeric powder or a small piece of turmeric root to this Orange Ginger Carrot Juice for an extra boost of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Use sparkling water, coconut water, or soda instead of plain water for a fizzy version.
This Orange Carrot Smoothie doesn't really need added sweetener or salt, but if you prefer, a touch of vegan honey works well.
Swap the mint leaves with fresh basil for a different refreshing note. Spinach can also be added. It will not alter the taste of this vibrant immune boosting drink.
Soaked chia seeds are a great addition to this Carrot Orange Juice, adding extra fiber, omega-3s, and a nice texture boost. It also helps replace the fiber that is lost in the juicing process.
Feel free to experiment and create your own version of this healthy, organic energy drink!

What other fruits and vegetables can be added in this Orange and Carrot Smoothie recipe?

Besides carrots, and cantaloupe, you can also add celery, beets, pineapple, apples, pears, lemon, or mangoes to this simple fresh Orange Juice for extra flavor, natural sweetness, and more nutrients.

Can I make Carrot and Orange Juice in advance?

Yes! You can make this homemade organic energy drink ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days in an airtight jar, pitcher, or individual glass bottles. Just remember, this fresh Carrot Orange Juice is always best enjoyed right after blending to get the most nutrients and flavor.
You can also freeze the Orange Carrot Smoothie in regular ice cube trays - pop out a few cubes whenever you like for a quick Immunity Booster Shot or add them to smoothies for an extra vitamin kick!

Which is the best orange variety for Cantaloupe Carrot Orange Juice?

Organic Valencia oranges, Cara Cara, blood oranges, Sumo, Navel, Tangerine, Clementine are all good orange varieties to use when making this fresh fruit juice.

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Refreshing Carrot Orange Juice served in two clear glasses garnished with mint.

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