Pumpkin juice for the winter
1 serving
60 minutes
Pumpkin juice for winter is a bright, sunny drink that brings warmth even on the coldest days. This recipe has roots in European cuisine, where pumpkin has long been valued for its nutrition and rich flavor. The juice has a soft, sweet texture with a slight citrus tang from fresh lemon and orange. It not only refreshes but also provides a boost of vitamins to strengthen the immune system. Thanks to thermal processing, the drink lasts a long time, delighting with its taste even in winter months. A special touch can be adding mint for a refreshing aroma and sophistication. Pumpkin juice is perfect for cozy family evenings, holidays, and simply as a healthy treat every day.
1
Prepare the necessary ingredients. Wash and sterilize the jars in a convenient way.
2
Peel the pumpkin from the skin and seeds, wash it well, and cut it into pieces to squeeze the juice.
- Pumpkin: 500 g
3
Follow the juicer instructions to extract juice from the pumpkin.
- Pumpkin: 500 g
4
Wash the lemon, cut it in half, and squeeze the juice in a convenient way.
- Lemon: 1 piece
5
Add lemon juice to the pumpkin juice.
- Lemon: 1 piece
6
Wash the orange, cut it in half, and squeeze the juice in a convenient way.
- Oranges: 1 piece
7
Pour orange juice into the container with pumpkin juice.
- Oranges: 1 piece
8
Put the container with juice on the fire.
9
Bring the juice to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes over medium heat.
10
Pour the hot juice into clean, dry jars.
11
Seal the juice with metal lids. Turn the jars upside down to ensure the lids are securely sealed. Cool at room temperature. Store in a cool place. Optionally, mint can be added to taste when serving.
- Mint: to taste