How to zest segment. Ingredients: X1 Whole citrus Zesting: 1. Wash the Orange: o Rinse under water and dry thoroughly. 2. Zest the Peel: o Use a microplane or fine grater to scrape off the bright orange layer of the skin, avoiding the white pith. Do it with long strokes following the shape of the fruit. Keep the microplane still and swipe the fruit along the grater. Segmenting: 1. Trim the Ends: o Slice off the top and bottom of the orange to reveal the flesh. 2. Peel the Skin: o Stand the orang