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Blood orange juice Calories
Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, refreshing citrus juice
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Blood orange juice (200 g) has 90 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 21 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 80 mg of Vitamin C covers 89% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Blood orange juice Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
90
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
21g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 6% · Fat 4%
Blood orange juice nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Blood orange juice?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 14 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 225 kcal |
Calculated from 45 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blood orange juice
Why is blood orange juice red?
Blood orange juice gets its red to burgundy color from natural pigments called anthocyanins in the fruit. The shade varies with the orange variety, ripeness, and growing conditions.
What does blood orange juice taste like?
Blood orange juice tastes citrusy, sweet-tart, and sometimes berry-like, with hints often compared to raspberry or blackberry. Its exact flavor varies by variety and ripeness.
How do you make blood orange juice?
To make blood orange juice, wash the fruit, cut it in half, and squeeze it with a citrus juicer. Strain out seeds if needed, and serve it fresh for the brightest flavor.
Is blood orange juice different from regular orange juice?
Yes. Blood orange juice has a distinctive red color and often a more tart, berry-like aroma, while regular orange juice usually tastes more straightforwardly sweet and citrusy. Both are squeezed from oranges.
Can you use blood orange juice instead of orange juice in recipes?
Yes, blood orange juice can replace orange juice in many recipes, including dressings, marinades, desserts, and drinks. Expect a deeper color and a slightly more tart, berry-like flavor.
How long does fresh blood orange juice last in the fridge?
Fresh blood orange juice is best kept covered in the refrigerator and used within a few days. Discard it if it develops a fermented or unpleasant smell, or shows signs of spoilage.
Can you freeze blood orange juice?
Yes, blood orange juice freezes well. Leave room for expansion in a freezer-safe container, then thaw it in the refrigerator and stir before drinking, since the juice may separate.
When are blood oranges in season?
Blood oranges are generally harvested during the cooler months, though the season varies by growing region and variety. Fresh blood orange juice is therefore often easier to find seasonally than year-round.
Is blood orange juice good for you?
Blood orange juice provides vitamin C and antioxidant plant compounds. It is still juice rather than whole fruit, so it contains less fiber and is less filling than eating a blood orange.
What drinks can you make with blood orange juice?
Blood orange juice works in spritzers with sparkling water, citrus-based cocktails, and mocktails. Its tart, berry-like flavor and vivid color make it a useful alternative to regular orange juice in drink recipes.
Blood orange juice Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
80mg · 89% DV
Folate
50µg · 13% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
360mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
30mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
16mg · 4% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
Blood orange juice Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Blood orange juice
To burn the 90 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Blood orange juice?
Blood orange juice is pressed from blood oranges, citrus fruit with flesh that ranges from red to deep crimson. The fruit is strongly associated with the Mediterranean, especially Sicily, and its colour can vary with the variety and growing conditions. The juice tastes like a vivid, aromatic orange, often with a sweet-tart edge and subtle berry-like notes.
It is commonly served chilled at breakfast or as a refreshing drink, and works well in spritzes, dressings and marinades. In places where blood oranges are seasonal, freshly squeezed juice is a simple way to enjoy their distinctive flavour. It provides vitamin C and antioxidants, while being mostly water and natural fruit sugars. For a lighter drink, dilute it with sparkling water rather than adding sweetener.
How Nutritious Is Blood orange juice?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Blood orange juice Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Blood orange juice Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Blood orange juice Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Blood orange juice Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.