Fresh Grapefruit and Strawberry Juice (Easy 2-Ingredient Recipe)
This fresh grapefruit and strawberry juice blends tangy pink grapefruit with sweet, ripe strawberries into a bright, refreshing drink you can make in about 10 minutes. It needs just two fruits and no added sugar. Both grapefruit and strawberries are excellent sources of vitamin C, an antioxidant that supports the immune system.
I started making this juice at the beginning of strawberry season, when the berries are at their sweetest and balance the slight bitterness of grapefruit perfectly. It is the kind of drink that feels like a treat but is really just fruit in a glass. Serve it well chilled, over ice, on a warm afternoon.
This Recipe Works If You Need
- A quick, refreshing drink with no added sugar
- A naturally vegan and gluten-free juice
- A way to use up a flush of summer strawberries
- A vitamin C rich drink to start the morning
Why You’ll Love This Juice
- Two ingredients. Just grapefruit and strawberries, with an optional touch of honey.
- Naturally sweet. Ripe strawberries soften the tartness of grapefruit, so you need little or no sweetener.
- No special equipment. Works with a juicer or a regular blender.
- Ready in minutes. From whole fruit to glass in about 10 minutes.
Ingredient Notes
Pink or red grapefruit is sweeter and less bitter than white grapefruit, and gives the juice its beautiful color. Choose fruit that feels heavy for its size for the most juice.
Strawberries should be ripe and fragrant for natural sweetness. In-season summer berries are best, but frozen strawberries work well too.
Sweetener is optional. A teaspoon of honey or maple syrup rounds out the flavor if your grapefruit is very tart, but ripe strawberries often make it unnecessary.
How to Make It (Juicer or Blender)
- With a juicer: run the peeled grapefruit segments and strawberries through the juicer for a smooth, pulp-free juice.
- With a blender: squeeze the grapefruit, blend the juice with the strawberries, then strain through a fine sieve if you prefer it smooth.
- Serve cold. Pour over ice right away, as fresh juice tastes best immediately.
Substitutions and Variations
Make it a smoothie: keep all the pulp and add a splash of water or a few ice cubes, then blend until smooth and frothy.
Add herbs: a few mint or basil leaves blended in make it even more refreshing.
Other berries: raspberries or a handful of watermelon work beautifully in place of, or alongside, the strawberries.
Sparkling version: top the juice with sparkling water for a light, fizzy drink.
Storage
- Fridge: store in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours; fresh juice loses flavor and nutrients quickly.
- Stir before serving: natural separation is normal, so give it a stir or shake.
- Freeze: pour into molds for refreshing fruit popsicles.
For more fresh drinks, try this citrus barley grass juice or a creamy banana and apricot smoothie. You will find even more ideas in our collection of smoothie recipes.
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Fresh Grapefruit and Strawberry Juice
Ingredients
- 2 grapefruits
- 2 cups strawberries fresh
- 2 tsp honey or maple syrup optional
- Ice to serve
Instructions
- Peel the grapefruits and remove as much white pith as possible to reduce bitterness. Hull the strawberries.
- Juicer method: run the grapefruit segments and strawberries through a juicer.
- Blender method: squeeze the grapefruit, then blend the juice with the strawberries until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve if you prefer a thinner juice.
- Taste and stir in honey or maple syrup if needed.
- Pour over ice and serve immediately.
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It is made entirely from fresh fruit with no added sugar, and both grapefruit and strawberries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. As with any juice, enjoy it as part of a balanced diet, since whole fruit also provides more fiber.
Yes. Squeeze the grapefruit by hand or with a citrus press, blend the juice with the strawberries, and strain through a fine sieve if you want it smooth. A regular blender works perfectly.
Grapefruit can interact with certain medications, including some statins and blood pressure drugs. If you take prescription medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding grapefruit juice to your routine.
Fresh grapefruit and strawberry juice is best enjoyed right away. Stored in a sealed jar in the fridge, it keeps for up to 24 hours, though it loses some flavor and nutrients over time.
Yes. Frozen strawberries work well and even make the juice colder and more refreshing. Let them thaw slightly so they blend smoothly, or blend them straight for a slushier texture.
Yes, as long as you sweeten it with maple syrup or leave it unsweetened. Use maple syrup instead of honey to keep it fully plant-based.
