Shanthi Appelö is a registered dietitian and health and wellness spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan based in Detroit. Passionate about the science of nutrition and behavior, Shanthi has experience working in clinical nutrition, public health and teaching in the university setting. She earned her Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Tennessee and has a research background in maternal and child health nutrition and public health, as well as a Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. In her free time, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, exploring the outdoors, working on art and spending time with family.
Grapefruit and Thyme Refresher
Serving Amount
Ingredients
11⁄2 oz grapefruit juice
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 sprig thyme
2 tsp honey, depending on sweet preference
sparkling water
Ice
sliced limes and grapefruit, for serving
Instructions
Step 1
In a cocktail shaker, add grapefruit juice, lime juice, thyme and honey. Shake until honey is well incorporated before adding the ice, otherwise it may separate and stick at the bottom. Taste to see if more honey is needed according to taste preference.
Step 2
Add ice and shake again.
Step 3
Strain mixture into a serving glass. Top with cold sparkling water and a thyme sprig. Cheers!
