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Strawberry Breeze

This drink is full of vitamin C and antioxidants from the strawberries and the citrus. It also contains minerals such as potassium, manganese and folate, and to a lesser degree, magnesium, iron and copper.

This cooler can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.

From Casey Seidenberg, nutrition consultant and co-founder of Nourish Schools.

Ingredients

measuring cup
Servings: 4 (makes 4 cups)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup hulled, rinsed strawberries
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons honey (may substitute maple syrup or a few drops of stevia)
  • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • Ice

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Combine the water, orange and lemon juices, strawberries, honey (to taste) and 1/8 teaspoon of the salt in a blender. Seal and blend until smooth and well incorporated. Taste and add the remaining salt, as needed.

  2. Step 2

    Serve chilled, or over ice in a glass.

Nutritional Facts

Per cup

  • Calories

    60

  • Carbohydrates

    14 g

  • Sodium

    70 mg

  • Sugar

    13 g

This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.

From Casey Seidenberg, nutrition consultant and co-founder of Nourish Schools.

Tested by Miriam Albert

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