Tell a Friend
Not sure what to make with what you have? Let Dole give you some great recipe ideas..!
One medium orange (154g) provides more than a day's worth of vitamin C. This same serving provides an excellent source of fiber and a good source of folate for just 70 calories. Oranges contain more than 170 phytochemicals - including many powerful flavonoids, which in addition to having antioxidant properties, may also have anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor effects. Indeed, citrus fruits' health benefits may begin the moment you put them in your mouth. Australian researchers at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization linked high citrus consumption with a lower risk of developing cancers of the mouth, throat and stomach. In addition, regular consumption of oranges during the first two years of life has been associated with a reduced risk of childhood leukemia.
Total Time: 5 min
Oranges can be stored at a cool room temperature for a day or two, but then should be stored in the refrigerator crisper or drawer, away from vegetables for up to two weeks.
Select oranges that are well-formed, firm and heavy for their size with a smooth skin surface. Tan or brown speckling on the skin, known as '"russeting"' does not affect the eating quality.
Wash oranges thoroughly before cutting or slicing. If the orange is being used for juice, it is best to bring the orange to room temperature before juicing. One medium orange will provide about 1/4 to 1/3 cup juice and 4 teaspoons grated peel (zest). When juicing a Navel Orange, it is recommended to use the juice within 4 hours as the quality of the juice lessens after that time.