Citrus fruits are not only great just for juices but can also be enjoyed aplenty in various ways. This versatile fruit family lends itself to both sweet and savory flavors. Lemons are classic choices in appetizers and entrees, while bittersweet grapefruits lend themselves to desserts like scones or the incredible grapefruit brulée. And of course, they can be enjoyed in drinks that are beyond juices (and juice cocktails), like in lime teas or blood orange ciders. Enjoy these 8 ways to bump up your vitamin C.
Madina Papadopoulos is a New York-based freelance writer, author, and regular contributor to Paste. You can follow her adventures on Instagram and Twitter.
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Start off breakfast with these Grapefruit Ginger Scones by Braisen Woman
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Don't choose between lemon or cream with this Lemon and Earl Grey Curd by Foodal
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Lime freshens up chamomile tea in a Chamomile Lime Spritzer by Caros Recipes
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Lemon provides a zesty spritz to dips like hummus, as seen in this Lemon Thyme Hummus by Coffee & Champagne
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This Easy Broccoli Lemon Pasta Salad recipe by Home Cooking Memories is simple and light for summer
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Grapefruit Brûlée by Food La La has the best of crrème brulée—the flaky sugar top
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Blood Orange Cider by Austin Eastciders, so refreshing, just reading it makes me say, "ahhhh…"
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This Orange & Olive Oil Upside-Down Skillet Cake by Grant Melon is so good, it'll have eaters feeling right-side up
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