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Lemon And Honey Herbal Spritzer

This refreshing spritzer is full of fantastic flavors, including lemon, fresh herbs, and ginger. It’s bright fruity flavor pairs perfectly with basil, mint, thyme and freshly grated ginger. One taste and this is sure to become a new warm weather favorite!

This refreshing spritzer is full of fantastic flavors, including lemon, fresh herbs, and ginger. It’s bright fruity flavor pairs perfectly with the warm earthiness of the culinary herbs and freshly grated ginger for a truly interesting combination. One taste and this is sure to become a new warm weather favorite! 



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When the weather is hot, lemon and herbs and a great way to re-hydrate. This lemon spritzer is so easy to make, plus there’s an adult version available in the recipe card down below, too. I love making this and keeping it in the fridge. It keeps really well in this glass pitcher.

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This refreshing spritzer is full of fantastic flavors, including lemon, fresh herbs, and ginger. It’s bright fruity flavor pairs perfectly with the warm earthiness of the culinary herbs and freshly grated ginger for a truly interesting combination. One taste and this is sure to become a new warm weather favorite! 




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Lemon And Honey Herbal Spritzer
 
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Lemon And Honey Herbal Spritzer
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Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 2 T. honey, preferably local
  • 1 c. water
  • 
1/3 c. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 T. fresh mint, washed and torn into pieces
  • 
2 T. fresh basil, washed and torn into pieces
  • 
2 t. fresh lemon zest, preferably organic
  • 
2 thyme sprigs
  • 
2 t. ginger, finely minced
  • 
1 large lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 c. sparkling water
  • 

Optional Adults-Only Version:

4 oz. vodka
Instructions
  1. Add honey and water to a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until honey dissolves.

  2. Remove from heat and cool for 5-10 minutes before pouring into a pitcher. Add fresh lemon juice, fresh herbs, ginger, and lemon slices. 


  3. Add vodka, if using, and stir gently to combine and place in the refrigerator to chill.

  4. Immediately before serving, pour sparkling water into pitcher and stir to combine. Pour into glasses filled with ice and serve immediately. Enjoy!

 

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This refreshing spritzer is full of fantastic flavors, including lemon, fresh herbs, and ginger. It’s bright fruity flavor pairs perfectly with the warm earthiness of the culinary herbs and freshly grated ginger for a truly interesting combination. One taste and this is sure to become a new warm weather favorite! 



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15 Simple Summer Mocktails

Celebrate at your next party with one or more of these 15 simple summer mocktails. Perfect for any holiday, such as 4th of July, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, brunch or any gathering where you want a refreshing, fruity alcohol-free cocktail.

Celebrate at your next party with one or more of these 15 simple summer mocktails. Perfect for any holiday, such as 4th of July, Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, Father's Day, brunch or any gathering where you want a refreshing, fruity alcohol-free cocktail. This post contains Amazon affiliate links.
Here are 15 delicious and gorgeous simple summer mocktails to try at your next gathering. They’re not oly kid-friendly, but they’re infused with yummy fruit flavors. Some are kicked up a notch with spices and herbs! Check them out:

Raspberry Sangria Mocktail by Rachna’s Kitchen
Good Morning Sunburst – an Orange Juice Mocktail by The Worktop



Watermelon Lime Mocktail by Eat Yourself Skinny

Virgin Banana Daiquiris by Strength and Sunshine


Non-alcoholic Sangria by Simple Vegan Blog



Cherry Bomb Mocktail by Julia’s Eats and Treats

Orange Mint Coconut Water by Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Non-Alcoholic Frozen Strawberry Margarita by Mom Endeavors

Grilled Pineapple & Lime Mocktail by The Merry Thought



5-Calorie Raspberry Lime Margarita Fizz (non-alcoholic) by Averie Cooks
Layered 4th Of July Mocktail by This Mama Loves

Blackberry Lemon Mocktail by Running To The Kitchen

Orange Creamsicle Shirley Temple by The Kitchen Is My Playground

Simple Blackberry Mocktail by Elisabeth McKnight

Lemon Lime Margarita Mocktail by My Crazy Good Life

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Beverages, Recipes, Smoothies

Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie

Try this healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie for a delicious variation on a fruit-based smoothie. The cream cheese adds just the right amount of cheesecake-like creaminess to make this smoothie a decadent, yet healthy treat.

Try this healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie for a delicious variation on a fruit-based smoothie. The cream cheese adds just the right amount of cheesecake-like creaminess to make this smoothie a decadent, yet healthy treat.

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My Vitamix has never been so happy! These are a few of my favorite things: smoothies, cheesecake, and strawberries. So when I decided to throw a dollop of cream cheese into my Vitamix one morning, I also grabbed a few frozen strawberries, because #strawberrycheesecake, ya’ll! Of course, I kept it healthy with unsweetened coconut milk and my favorite vanilla protein powder. For sweetness, I added frozen banana chunks, but if you need to keep this Keto, just leave the bananas out; the strawberries may provide enough sweetness for you!

Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie

As always, I like to blend my smoothies in stages in a high-powered blender such as a Vitamix or Blendtec (I use this one) to ensure the most, uh… smooth outcome. I mean, it’s called a smoothie, right? 😉

First to go in the blender is the liquid. I use coconut milk (from the carton) but almond milk would work fine, too. Then I add my protein powder and blend. Then I add the cream cheese and blend again. Lastly, I add the frozen banana and frozen strawberries. If at this point your smoothie is too thick, just add a dash of water to thin it out.

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Try this healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie for a delicious variation on a fruit-based smoothie. The cream cheese adds just the right amount of cheesecake-like creaminess to make this smoothie a decadent, yet healthy treat.

I hope you try this yummy smoothie, especially while fresh strawberries are in season. I love to get a bucket of gorgeous, ripe strawberries at our farmer’s market, wash and dry them well, trim the green leaves off the top and bag them up for the freezer for my smoothies. Ah ~ the goodness! Enjoy!

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Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie
 
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Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie
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Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (or almond milk)
  • ¾ cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 small frozen banana
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • ⅓ cup cream cheese
  • water to thin out if too thick
Instructions
  1. Note: This smoothie yields the best consistency if blended in stages.

  2. In a high-powdered blender, add coconut milk, protein powder, and blend until combined.

  3. Add cream cheese and blend again.

  4. Add in frozen banana and frozen strawberries and blend well.

  5. Pour into glass and enjoy!

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Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie

Try this healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie for a delicious variation on a fruit-based smoothie. The cream cheese adds just the right amount of cheesecake-like creaminess to make this smoothie a decadent, yet healthy treat.

Try this healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie for a delicious variation on a fruit-based smoothie. The cream cheese adds just the right amount of cheesecake-like creaminess to make this smoothie a decadent, yet healthy treat.

Try this healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie for a delicious variation on a fruit-based smoothie. The cream cheese adds just the right amount of cheesecake-like creaminess to make this smoothie a decadent, yet healthy treat.

Try this healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie for a delicious variation on a fruit-based smoothie. The cream cheese adds just the right amount of cheesecake-like creaminess to make this smoothie a decadent, yet healthy treat.

 

 

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