Summer is finally here. Hooray!
Cranberries are a familiar staple in the fall and winter, but you’d be surprised at how versatile this superfood can be in your summer menu.
Since I’m always looking for delicious, simple summer recipes that are packed with nutrients, I partnered with The Cranberry Institute to help you get creative with a bottle of cranberry juice cocktail. Plus, I have a “cranberry inspired” prize pack that includes a signed copy of Body Kindness!
How Can You Use an Entire Bottle of Cranberry Juice Cocktail?
Turns out, it’s easy! From thirst-quenching spritzers to grilling marinades and even yummy frozen treats like homemade cranberry kefir pops, watch as I share my ideas for delicious and easy ways to use cranberry juice cocktail in your everyday menu.
Also, Did You Know About the Health Benefits of Cranberry Juice Cocktail?
It’s encouraged to drink at least 8oz of cranberry juice cocktail a day to help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs). That same glass of cranberry juice is loaded with antioxidants and bioactive compounds that may help maintain cardiovascular health as well.
Mmmm. I love “sprucing up” my water with half cranberry juice cocktail and half H2O and for a sparkly pink drink, I’ll use seltzer water and cranberry juice cocktail.
Make kefir pops by combining plain kefir with cranberry juice cocktail and freezing into popsicle molds.
Cranberry juice cocktail is also a delicious base for meat marinades.
How Do You Get Your Cranberry Goodness?
I’d love to hear your cranberry recipes and usage ideas. Share your favorite summer cranberry recipes on Twitter and tag @CranInstitute!
And if you’d like to win a cranberry-inspired prize pack, including a signed copy of Body Kindness, post a comment below about what you LOVE about cranberries.
I’ll draw one US-based winner August 2nd, 2017 and notify all entries who provide a valid e-mail address. Please allow 2 weeks to receive your prize pack.
To learn more about the goodness of cranberries, visit CranberryInstitute.org.
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I love dried cranberries mixed with nuts – a perfect sweet and salty treat!
I love the abundance of health benefits associated with cranberries and how versatile they are—one of my favorite ways to enjoy them is blended into a refreshing smoothie!