Fresh Strawberry Juice Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for a hint of tartness)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Strawberries:
- Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cold water.
- Remove the green stems and hull the strawberries.
- Blend the Ingredients:
- Place the hulled strawberries, cold water, sugar, and lemon juice in a blender.
- Blend on high speed until smooth.
- Strain the Juice:
- If you prefer a smoother juice, pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the pulp. Press down with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible.
- Serve:
- Pour the strawberry juice into glasses over ice cubes if desired.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Tips:
- For a sweeter juice, adjust the sugar to your taste or use honey as a natural sweetener.
- You can also add a few mint leaves during blending for a refreshing twist.
- To make a smoothie version, replace water with milk or yogurt and blend with a few ice cubes for a creamy texture.
Enjoy your refreshing homemade strawberry juice!
