Healthy Strawberry Juice Recipe
Ingredients For Strawberry Juice Recipe
- 4 cups ripe strawberries, hulled (about 600 g)
- 2 cups cold water, plus more as needed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Fresh strawberry slices, for garnish, optional
Instructions
Step 1: Wash the strawberries
Rinse the strawberries thoroughly under cool running water. Remove the green tops and discard any spoiled berries. Cut large strawberries in half.
Step 2: Fill the blender
Place the strawberries, cold water, and lemon juice in a blender. If using frozen strawberries, let them soften slightly or use a blender designed to handle frozen fruit.
Step 3: Blend until smooth
Blend for 45–60 seconds, until the berries break down and the drink becomes evenly pink and lightly frothy.
For the pulpy texture shown in the picture, leave the drink unstrained. For a thinner consistency, blend in extra water a little at a time.
Step 4: Taste and adjust
Taste before adding any sweetener. If the berries are tart, add 1–2 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup to the entire batch and blend briefly.
Step 5: Chill
Serve immediately over ice, or refrigerate for about 20 minutes. The foam will settle slightly as the drink rests.
Step 6: Serve
Stir well, pour into glasses, and garnish with strawberry slices if desired.
Tips
- Choose ripe berries: Deep red, fragrant strawberries usually give the best flavor.
- Keep the pulp: Leaving the drink unstrained retains more of the fruit’s fiber.
- Add water gradually: Start with the listed amount, then adjust to your preferred consistency.
- Use frozen strawberries for a colder drink: They create a thicker, slushier texture.
- Avoid too much ice in the pitcher: It can dilute the flavor as it melts.
- Shake before pouring: Natural separation is normal.
Storage
Pour into a clean, covered container and refrigerate promptly. Enjoy within 24 hours for the best flavor, or within 48 hours if kept refrigerated.
For longer storage, freeze in ice cube trays or freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months, leaving space for expansion. Thaw in the refrigerator and shake or blend before serving.
This is a fresh refrigerated drink, not a shelf-stable bottled juice. Sealing it in bottles does not make it safe to store at room temperature.