Strawberry juice is sweet, fragrant and easy to make with a blender: strawberries are soft and juicy, so you do not need a juicer. Below is a quick recipe, the juicer method, how many strawberries you need, nutrition facts and how long the juice keeps.
Quick answer: Blend 2 cups (300 g) hulled strawberries with ½ cup (120 ml) cold water and 1 tablespoon lemon juice for 30 seconds, then strain. Sweeten only if needed. Makes about 1½ cups (2 servings). Drink within 24 hours.
Strawberry Juice Recipe (Blender Method)
| Prep time | 10 minutes |
| Equipment | Blender and fine-mesh strainer, or a slow juicer |
| Yield | About 1½ cups (360 ml), 2 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 cups (300 g) ripe strawberries, hulled
- ½ cup (120 ml) cold water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or sugar (optional)
- Ice and mint to serve
Instructions
- Rinse the strawberries just before using and remove the green tops.
- Blend the strawberries, water and lemon juice for 30 seconds.
- Strain through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing with a spoon. Skip straining for a thicker “nectar.”
- Taste and sweeten only if needed.
- Serve over ice.
Using a Juicer
A masticating juicer handles strawberries well and gives a thick, bright juice without water. In a centrifugal juicer, soft berries can produce a lot of foam and lower yield; mix them with harder fruit such as apple. See can you juice strawberries? for tips.
How Many Strawberries Per Glass?
| Strawberries | Weight | Juice (blender, strained) |
|---|---|---|
| About 12 medium | 150 g | About ¾ cup |
| About 24 medium | 300 g | About 1½ cups |
| About 1 lb (a standard clamshell) | 450 g | About 2 cups |
Strawberry Juice Nutrition
Strawberries are low in calories and very high in vitamin C. Per 100 g of raw strawberries: about 32 kcal, 7.7 g carbohydrate, 4.9 g sugar, 2 g fiber and 59 mg vitamin C, around 65% of the daily value (USDA FoodData Central). A glass of unsweetened homemade juice has roughly 70–80 kcal; straining removes much of the fiber.
Benefits
- Vitamin C supports immune function and skin collagen.
- Anthocyanins, the red pigments in strawberries, are antioxidants; diets rich in berries are linked with heart health in observational studies.
- Low calorie: one of the lighter fruit juices when unsweetened.
Variations
- Strawberry lemonade: double the lemon juice and add sparkling water.
- Strawberry watermelon: see strawberry watermelon.
- Strawberry kiwi: see strawberry kiwi juice.
- Strawberry mint cooler: blend with mint and cucumber.
How to Store Strawberry Juice
Keep it in an airtight glass jar in the fridge and drink within 24 hours; the color and flavor fade after that. Freeze in ice-cube trays for up to 3 months and use in smoothies. More in juice storage.
Kuvings Whole Slow Juicer B6000S
Best for: fresh, nutrient-rich juice from fruits, veggies and leafy greens.
- Slow masticating design keeps juice smooth
- Wide chute fits whole apples
- Also makes smoothies and sorbets
Want more options? See our best masticating juicers and best juicers guides.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a juicer to make strawberry juice?
No. A blender and strainer work very well because strawberries are soft.
Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes. Thaw them first for a smoother juice, or blend them frozen for a slushy drink.
Should I remove strawberry seeds?
Straining removes most of them. They are harmless if you prefer not to strain.
Is strawberry juice good for kids?
Yes, in small amounts. Whole strawberries are better for everyday fiber.
