15 interesting recipes for making tomato juice at home

Benefits of tomato juice

Tomatoes are a remarkable vegetable. They have a pleasant flavor, are low in calories (36-38 kcal), and contain many beneficial components:

• vitamins (A, B, C, E, H, P);
• micro-, macroelements (Ca, I, Cl and others);
• carbohydrates;
• fiber;
• lycopene;
• organic acids;
• mineral substances.

Thanks to its high antioxidant content, tomatoes not only actively remove toxins, but also prevent the formation of malignant tumors. Regular consumption of this vegetable brings enormous benefits to the body. This vitamin-rich product has the following properties:

• prevents the development of cardiovascular diseases;
• normalizes the functioning of the central nervous system;
• improves metabolism;
• combats intestinal disorders;
• has a choleretic effect;
• relieves swelling;
• lowers blood sugar levels;
• helps to lose excess weight.

Contraindications and possible harm of the drink

Tomato juice does not pose any significant harm to the body when consumed in moderation. Even pregnant and breastfeeding women are permitted to consume the product. The only exceptions are those with chronic kidney, liver, or stomach conditions.

However, adding starch to the drink can be harmful. Therefore, mixing it with this ingredient is strictly prohibited. It is also recommended to replace table salt with sunflower or olive oil. This will ensure the juice retains all its beneficial substances and minerals.

Choosing tomatoes for juice

The first rule for a delicious drink is choosing the right ingredients. Tomatoes should be ripe, sweet, and have juicy, fleshy flesh. Unripe tomatoes will impart a bitter taste to the juice, but overripe ones are fine. Slightly rotten tomatoes shouldn't be thrown away either. If you remove all damaged parts, they're still suitable for pickling.

Pay special attention to the variety. It's best to use red tomatoes that aren't suitable for pickling or marinating.

Video: "A Simple Recipe for Tomato Juice for the Winter"

This video presents a recipe for making a vitamin drink at home.

Homemade Tomato Juice Recipes

There are many ways to make this vitamin-rich drink. Some housewives prefer traditional methods, while others prefer more modern ones. Below, we present 15 of the most delicious winter preserves recipes.

Classic recipe

Preparing tomato juice according to GOST is very simple:

1. Wash the tomatoes and cut the skins slightly.
2. Place in a deep container and pour boiling water over them so that the water covers the vegetables.
3. After a couple of minutes, take out the tomatoes and peel them, removing the stems.
4. Pass through a meat grinder, then add a little salt (to taste).
5. Cook the resulting mixture for 20 minutes, regularly skimming off the foam.

Through a juicer

This method is loved by many housewives for its speed and convenience. The only downside is that it leaves a lot of waste.

1. Rinse the vegetables under running water.
2. Cut them into small pieces, removing the stems.
3. Pass the tomatoes through a juicer.
4. After adding salt and sweetener to taste, bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for a quarter of an hour over low heat.

In a juicer

To avoid dirtying multiple pots, you can cook tomato juice in a juice cooker:

1. Place the washed and chopped vegetables in the raw material compartment.
2. Fill the lower container with cold water up to the mark.
3. Place the juicer on high heat and leave for 45 minutes.
4. Drain the finished drink, filter, and then add salt and sugar to taste.

No salt or sugar

For those who are against these spices, this wonderful recipe is suitable:

1. Cut the clean vegetables into slices, removing the stem area.
2. Place the tomatoes in a deep saucepan and simmer over low heat, stirring constantly.
3. Once the tomatoes are coated with juice and boiling, let them cook for a couple more minutes, then remove from the stove.
4. Pour the cooled mixture into a sieve and rub it thoroughly with a tablespoon.
5. Boil the resulting juice for 10-15 minutes, then pour into jars.

With vinegar

Tomato juice with added vinegar has a longer shelf life than regular juice, making it safe to preserve for the winter. The proportions in this recipe are calculated for 1 liter of juice.

1. Cut the peeled tomatoes into small pieces.
2. Place the container with vegetables on low heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Pass the tomatoes through a meat grinder.
4. Add a tablespoon of vinegar, 8 g of salt, and 1 tbsp of granulated sugar to the resulting mixture.
5. Once it comes to a boil, remove the pan from the stove and then pour the drink into jars.

With allspice

Juice prepared with the addition of pepper has a pleasant piquant taste and aroma.

1. Blend one and a half kilograms of peeled vegetables.
2. After rubbing the resulting mass through a sieve, pour it into a deep container.
3. Add 5 allspice peas, the same amount of bay leaf and salt to taste.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer slowly for 10 minutes.

With garlic

The recipe is designed for a large number of tomatoes, and therefore the proportions can be reduced depending on the amount of the main ingredient.

1. Pass 11 kg of tomatoes through a juicer.
2. When the mixture boils, add ½ cup of salt and 0.5 kg of sugar.
3. Stir until the crystals are completely dissolved, then add crushed garlic (3-4 cloves).
4. After 5 minutes, pour in 275 ml of table vinegar and add seasonings to taste (nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, chili).
5. Boil the drink for another quarter of an hour, then pour into jars.

With sweet bell pepper

Sweet peppers pair beautifully with ripe tomatoes, which is why there are many recipes using this ingredient. Here's one:

1. Peel a bucket of well-washed tomatoes.
2. Cut bell peppers (3 pcs.) into 4 pieces and remove seeds.
3. Chop one small onion.
4. Pass all the vegetables through a meat grinder and then rub through a sieve.
5. Bring the resulting mixture to a boil and then seal it in jars.

With basil

The tomato juice made with this recipe will have a fresh aroma and unique flavor. You can use fresh or dried herbs.

1. Pass 5 kg of overripe tomatoes through a juicer.
2. Pour the vegetable mixture into a saucepan and simmer for a quarter of an hour, stirring constantly.
3. 2 minutes before removing from the stove, add 3 tbsp. salt, ½ tbsp. sugar, a bunch of fresh basil (or 1 tsp. dried).
4. Stir until the dry ingredients are completely dissolved, then pour into jars.

With dill

Dill can add a piquant note to the tomato drink. Prepare the juice as follows:

1. Put 2.5 kg of overripe vegetables through a meat grinder and then rub through a sieve.
2. Pour the resulting mixture into a deep container, add 1.5 tbsp of granulated sugar and 2 tsp of salt.
3. Stir until the crystals are completely dissolved.
4. Add ½ cup of table vinegar and then simmer gently for 15-20 minutes.
5. When the mixture boils, add chopped dill (2 bunches) along with 4-5 bay leaves.
6. Let it simmer for a couple more minutes, then remove from the heat.

With beetroot juice

Beets contain many useful components, and therefore make an excellent pair with tomatoes.

1. Put a couple of kilograms of tomatoes through a juicer.
2. In a saucepan, combine the resulting mass with a liter of apple juice and a glass of beetroot juice.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, and then roll it into jars.

With celery

Vitamin-rich celery will help make your tomato preserves even healthier for the winter. The following recipe is for one kilogram of the main ingredient.

1. Pass the chopped and peeled vegetables through a juicer along with three celery stalks.
2. Pour the mixture into a saucepan and then bring to a boil over low heat.
3. A couple of minutes before removing from the stove, add 25 g of salt and 5 g of ground black pepper.

From tomato paste

A quick recipe for when you don't have fresh vegetables on hand. This drink takes just a few minutes to prepare.

1. Dilute a couple of teaspoons of tomato paste in 250 ml of warm purified water.
2. Add salt, sugar and other spices to taste.

To ensure tasty juice, the tomato paste must be of high quality, without the addition of preservatives or stabilizers.

From yellow tomatoes

Tomato juice can also be made from yellow varieties. The highlight of this drink is its sunny, beautiful color.

1. Squeeze the juice from one and a half kilograms of vegetables.
2. Pour into a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. Let the mixture simmer for a quarter of an hour, regularly skimming off the foam.
4. A few minutes before removing from the stove, add a couple of tablespoons of salt and sugar.

Spicy tomato juice

This recipe is for a kilogram of tomatoes. It's best to use overripe tomatoes for this drink.

1. Place peeled and finely chopped tomatoes into a deep container.
2. After pouring in some water, turn on the stove.
3. Simmer the vegetables over low heat for no more than 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Cool the mixture and then grind it thoroughly, separating the pulp.
5. Salt and sweeten the resulting mixture to taste and boil for another quarter of an hour.

Preserving tomato juice for the winter and storage rules

To preserve the vitamin drink's beneficial properties, it's best to preserve it. This is typically done by sterilization. Well-washed glass containers are kept in the oven or in a double boiler for 15 minutes. Pour the hot tomato juice into dry jars and then seal them with a kitchen wrench. Turn the jars upside down and allow them to cool completely.

You can seal the tomato drink without sterilization. To do this, thoroughly wash the jars with a wire brush and baking soda. Drain the water, wipe the jars dry, and then pour the mixture into the jars. The rest of the process is the same as described above.

Home-canned food is stored in a basement or cellar. If neither is available, a balcony will do. The key is a cool, dark place.

As you can see, making tomato juice is easy. With just a little time, you'll stock up on vitamins for yourself and your family all winter long.