This homemade grapefruit juice has a tangy, citrusy punch, is packed with vitamin C, and is incredibly easy to make—a perfect go-to morning cleanse.
Like my Fennel Juice, this is another great cold-pressed juice recipe to start your day, but it is made with whole grapefruit, lemons, and carrots and has a spicy kick from the ginger.
If you love that tangy, zingy taste like me, this cleansing grapefruit super juice is for you. And don't worry if you don't have a juicer. You can make this without one.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Only Wholesome Ingredients: No added sugar, just fresh ingredients.
- Nutritious & Energizing: It's high in Vitamin C and a reenergizing post-workout or kick-in-my-step morning drink.
- For Citrus Lovers: It's slightly sweet and sour with a zesty kick.
Ingredients & Notes
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
You need the following main ingredients:
- Red Grapefruits: You want ripe, large grapefruits that are juicy. Get enough to make my Grapefruit Mocktail.
- Lemon: High in vitamin C, lemons bring a bright, tangy flavor while adding an extra punch of health benefits like my Lemon Shots. Get enough also to make my Watermelon Lemon Ginger Juice or Honeydew Juice With Basil.
- Carrots: Full of beta-carotene, these add natural sweetness to balance the acidity of the citrus fruits and any bitter taste of grapefruit. Buy more to make my Carrot Apple Salad.
- Fresh Ginger: A great way to give your juice a little spice. Ginger also supports your immune system and is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. Get some extra to also make my Ginger Bok Choy Noodle Soup.
Top Tips
- Prepare Everything First: Peel the citrus fruit, wash the carrots, and chop them before juicing.
- Use Fresh Organic Produce: Use fresh vegetables and fruit from organic produce whenever possible to get the best grapefruit juice.
- Best To Consume In the Morning: Drink the juice on an empty stomach for better absorption of nutrients.
- For Best Flavor: To get the exact balance of flavors of this fresh grapefruit juice recipe, measure your ingredients (I've included the exact measurements in the recipe card).
Variations & Substitutions
- Different Flavors: If you're looking for a slightly different flavor, you can use pink or white grapefruit for a sweeter or more tart profile.
- For a More Tropical Touch: Add a splash of pineapple or pomegranate juice for a sweeter touch.
Storage
This fresh grapefruit juice can be stored in an airtight container or large mason jars with a lid in the refrigerator for 5 days.
If you want to enjoy it later, pour it into ice cube trays to freeze and use as refreshing fruit juices for future drinks.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! You can experiment with different grapefruit varieties or mix in some oranges for a grapefruit orange juice combo.
Serve it cold with ice cubes, or add chilled grapefruit slices as a garnish.
Yes, if you don't have a slow juicer, use a high-powered blender and a nut milk bag or strainer to strain any pulp from the juice. You can see step-by-step pictures of making my Carrot Orange Ginger Juice.
It certainly is tangy enough to use for making cocktails or mocktails. You can add some fresh lime juice for a sour touch.
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This Tangy Homemade Grapefruit Lemon Carrot Juice is the perfect addition to your morning routine or as a mid-day refresher. Enjoy!
📖 Recipe
Tangy Homemade Grapefruit Lemon Carrot Juice
Mariska RamondinoEquipment
- 1 Slow Juicer or electric juicer (I love Hurom)
- 1 large mason jar or pitcher (for storing the juice)
- 1 Juicing Strainer or Nut Milk Bag (optional, if not using a juicer)
- 1 high-speed blender (optional, if you don’t have a juicer)
Ingredients
- 5 lemons 570 grams
- 3 large grapefruit 1.18 kg
- 6 carrots 490 grams
- 1 piece of fresh ginger 0.6 ounces or 15 grams
Instructions
- Peel the citrus fruits, wash the carrots, and chop everything roughly into 2-inch pieces. If you see large pits, remove them.5 lemons, 3 large grapefruit, 6 carrots, 1 piece of fresh ginger
- Add the ingredients to your juicer and juice. When your juice container is full, close the juice chamber and transfer the juice to a large mason jar or pitcher with a lid. Place the juice container again under the juice chamber and open it to catch the remaining juice. See note if you don't have a juicer.
- After you have juiced all the produce and transferred the juice to your large pitcher, stir everything to distribute the flavors.
- Serve as-is or over ice cubes.
Notes
- Drink first thing in the morning as a cleansing juice.
- Add collagen to enjoy as an energy drink.
- Add it to homemade mocktails or cocktails for a refreshing touch.
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Nutrition (% Daily value)
Disclaimer: This nutritional data is calculated using third party tools and is only intended as a reference.
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