Did you know that 70% of Americans do not meet the daily allowance for fruits and vegetables? In my effort to instill a healthier lifestyle in my household, I’ve had to result to dirty warfare. My husband is a meat and potatoes kind of guy and I’ve found the best way to introduce him to something he doesn’t “like” is to do so sneakily.
A lot of foods get a bad rap, but I feel like they’re just being presented the wrong way. I mean, who *really* likes steamed carrots? Boring. But puree them with salt and pepper and spread them under a beef tenderloin and they’re suddenly interesting. I think Cranberries are one of the easiest foods to develop an aversion too. Which is sad because it has SO many great nutritional benefits.
Benefits of Cranberry Juice:
- 8 oz. (1 cup) of cranberry juice, with a minimum of 27% cranberry juice, provides the same health benefits as 11⁄2 cups of whole berries.
- The rich red color of cranberry juice is derived from anthocyanin’s which are naturally occurring flavonoids – a type of antioxidant with health promotion potential.
- The National Kidney Foundation® suggests drinking a glass of cranberry juice daily may help prevent urinary tract infections.
Personally, I love the tart taste of 100% cranberry juice but there are many ways to make Cranberry Juice sweeter, and my favorite is wine. I just got your attention didn’t I – see what I mean by dirty warfare? Don’t be ashamed. Grab a glass and keep reading for a delish Cranberry Sangria Recipe.
- 750ml (1 Bottle) of Red Wine
- 4 Cups Cranberry Juice
- 1 Cup of Orange Juice
- 1 Thinly Slices Orange
- 11 Cored and Thinly Sliced Apple
- 1/2 Cup Fresh Cranberries
- Ice for Serving
- Combine all ingredients but ice and chill for 4 hours.
- Serve over ice.
I love sangrias. :)
Ditto!
OH YUM! I love Sangria! =)
Interest FACTOID CHART!
Me too Mia, so delish.
What a great recipe! Cranberry juice is so good and good for you! :)
So true Betsy – Good Taste and Good For You.
I actually love cranberry juice especially ice cold on a hot summer day, I always have to remind myself to not drink it too fast. I’m not too big of a wine fan but there has been some wines I loved and this does sound like it would be good. Maybe my mom and I can try it since she’s a huge fan of wine(although she only drinks on special occasions) and cranberry juice as well. Sounds like it would be good for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
You know what’s crazy Raeanna? I prefer to sip my cranberry juice versus drinking quickly. I find it makes the tart taste stand out.
Yum. Love cranberry juice. And that graphic is great for those who need a guideline.
Thanks :) Glad we could help.