Featuring Grapefruit, the January Pick of the Month

Add a Burst of Sunshine With This Citrus & Ginger Juice

Grapefruit is bright, tangy and packed with vitamin C, making it a refreshing way to start the new year. Its bold flavor pairs perfectly with other citrus fruits and adds a zesty twist to salads, juices and smoothies. This month, try it in our featured recipe: citrus and ginger juice. It’s a vibrant blend that’s energizing and delicious.

Look for fresh grapefruit year-round in the produce aisle.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: None

Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 2 grapefruits, peeled and sliced
  • 1 orange, peeled and sliced
  • 1 lemon, peeled and sliced
  • 1 apple, cored and sliced
  • 2 inches fresh ginger root, coarsely chopped
  • Optional: A pinch of cayenne

Directions

Juicer method:

  1. Run the prepared grapefruit, orange, lemon, apple and ginger through a juicer. If you have a citrus juicer, juice the grapefruit, orange and lemon first, then blend that juice with the apple and ginger in a blender.
  2. Enjoy right way or store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.

Blender method:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender with 1 cup cold water. Blend until smooth.
  2. For a juice-like texture, strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth. For a smoothie, skip the straining and enjoy as is.

What’s so Great About Grapefruits?

  • Grapefruits are full of vitamin C and a good source of vitamin A.
  • They are naturally free of fat, saturated fat and cholesterol.
  • Grapefruit contains no sodium and may help reduce the risk of high blood pressure.

What’s the Best Way to Eat Grapefruits?

  • After peeling, trim away as much of the white pith as possible for a less bitter taste.
  • Eat grapefruit segments on their own or add them to salads for a burst of citrus flavor.
  • Grapefruits are available year-round, but they are at their best during winter. For the sweetest fruit, look for grapefruit grown in Florida or Texas.

Selection & Preparation

  • Selection: Choose grapefruits that feel heavy for their size and have smooth, firm skin. Avoid any with soft spots, dull color or wrinkled skin.
  • Storage: Grapefruits can be stored for one week at room temperature or up to three weeks in the refrigerator.
  • Preparation: Wash the outside peel and pat it dry. Peel off the skin and enjoy the segments like an orange, or slice the grapefruit in half and use a spoon to scoop out the individual sections.
  • Cooking: Grapefruits can be baked or broiled but are typically enjoyed raw.

  • Serving Size: 12 ounces.
  • Amount Per Serving
    • Calories: 120.
    • Total Fat: 0 g.
    • Total Carbohydrates: 32 g.
    • Dietary Fiber: 6.4 g.
    • Protein: 1.8 g.

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