The sunshine and warm temps are finally here! And, just in time for the "unofficial" start of summer as Memorial Day weekend approaches. Picture this- warm days, cool nites, bbq's, hanging with friends and family by the pool or beach, and just enjoying the summer season- isn't that what it's all about?
Good healthy food and drinks are easy to prepare (for more info contact me via email rachel@livehealthynyc.com and I'll share my tips!).
In the meantime, I will pass on to you 2 summer drinks (one non-alcohol, the other for 21yrs and older). The smoothie has good energy and you can add a protein powder if desired. The alcoholic drink is lite and refreshing and because it has seltzer added, it dilutes the sugar of the juice, making it calorie friendly.
Pink Grapefruit Smoothie:
1 cup freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice
1/2 cup white grapefruit juice (or more pink)
1 cup frozen strawberries
1/2 cup ice
2 bananas (fresh or frozen)
Blend, pour, enjoy!!!
Cranberry Razzle Dazzle:
1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, for garnish
2 cups cranberry-raspberry juice
2 cups seltzer
2 tbsp lime juice (plus some sliced wedges for garnish)
3/4 cup of vodka
Combine all the liquid in a pitcher. Serve over ice and garnish with raspberries and lime
