citrus press
These devices juice citrus fruits quickly and easily
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Lemon juice is a valuable booster for our immune system. We will tell you here which lemon squeezer you can use to get freshly squeezed juice quickly and easily.
Whether as a hot lemon, in a smoothie or for cooking: lemon juice contains healthy vitamin C and gives drinks and dishes a fresh aroma. With a good lemon squeezer, you can get fresh juice in a short time and with little effort. We will tell you which devices you should use and what you need to consider.
Lemon squeezer: These models exist
You can use a lemon squeezer or citrus press Juice lemons, but also oranges, limes or grapefruits. The press separates the juice from the pulp and seeds. You basically have the choice between a manual press and an electric press.
- Manual lemon squeezers are operated by hand and are good for producing small amounts of lemon juice. There are so-called pincer presses with two handles, between which you place the halved lemon and squeeze it vigorously. There are also lemon presses with a press cone on which you place the halved lemon and turn it vigorously back and forth. The juice is collected in an integrated bowl under the juicing cone. Manual juicers are more space efficient than electric citrus juicers.
- Electric lemon squeezers also have a press cone. However, this rotates automatically as soon as the lemon half is pressed on it, so that you hardly have to use any force. The electric lemon squeezer is therefore particularly suitable for producing larger quantities of lemon juice.
Which lemon squeezer is the best?
There is no general answer as to which lemon squeezer is the best, but depends above all on the requirements you have of the device. If you only need a small amount of lemon juice every now and then and have little storage space in the kitchen, we recommend a space-saving manual citrus juicer. If you often need lemon juice for smoothies, dressings or recipes, an electric squeezer is advisable and easy on your wrists. We have selected a selection of high-quality citrus juicers for you, including both manual and electric models.
Manual lemon squeezers: Our top 3
RÖSLE lemon squeezer made of stainless steel
The manual lemon squeezer from Rösle suitable for squeezing lemons, limes and oranges. The juice flows straight from the press cone into the large container, which can hold up to half a liter of juice. So you can easily squeeze several fruits in a row. The all-round pouring rim guarantees drip-free pouring. The stainless steel model is easy to clean and dishwasher safe.
Inexpensive lemon squeezer from Westmark
The manual Lemon squeezer from Westmark is the perfect choice if you are looking for a particularly affordable citrus press. The plastic model is suitable for squeezing oranges, lemons and limes. The container holds half a liter of juice and has a practical spout.
OVOS tong press made of stainless steel
Fast and easy to use: The Hand press from OVOS made of stainless steel is also suitable for large lemons. The ergonomic handles with rounded edges ensure effortless handling. The juice can be squeezed directly into the cup or over the pan. The citrus press is easy to clean, space-saving and dishwasher safe.
Electric lemon squeezers: Our top 3
WMF lemon squeezer made of stainless steel
With the electric citrus juicer from WMF you can juice grapefruit, apples and tangerines in addition to lemons and oranges. Depending on the size of the fruit, you can switch between a small and a large attachment. Thanks to the start-stop function, the juicing cone starts up automatically as soon as pressure is applied. The integrated strainer retains the pulp and seeds. The sieve insert and juicing cone are removable and dishwasher safe.
LIFETIME lemon squeezer
The LIFETIME citrus press is easy to use and squeezes fresh juice from oranges, lemons, grapefruits, tangerines or limes in a short time. Two juicing cones of different sizes ensure a perfect yield. The compact size does not take up unnecessary space in the kitchen. The device is BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
CASO lemon squeezer
The Lemon squeezer with stainless steel housing has a universal press cone for all common citrus fruits from lime to grapefruit. The lever press arm makes handling particularly easy and the motor is pleasantly quiet. The juice flows straight into the glass. The device is BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
That’s why lemon juice is so healthy
Lemons have a particularly high content of vitamin C. Approximately 50 milligrams of vitamin C are contained in 100 grams of fruit pulp, which already covers half of our daily requirement. Vitamin C supports our immune system and prevents infections. Especially in the cold season, the hot lemon is a proven remedy for colds, coughs and colds. Also, lemons regulate thanks plentiful potassium the moisture balance in the cells. This can have a positive effect on high blood pressure, for example.