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.
Blood Orange Mock-A-Rita with a Kick
Serving Amount
Ingredients
1 blood orange, quartered
1 jalapeño, sliced, seeds removed if desired
4 large limes, juiced
6 tbsp simple syrup
1 12-ounce can of lime-flavored sparkling water
Ice
1 tbsp coarse salt for the rim (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
If a salt rim is desired, rub some lime juice along the rim of the glasses and dip in coarse salt.
Step 2
Divide jalapeño slices among 4 glasses and press down with a muddler or spoon. Leave the jalapeño slices in there if you desire a spicier drink.
Step 3
Add ice.
Step 4
Add the juice of a quarter wedge of blood orange and 1 lime.
Step 5
Add 1½ tablespoons of simple syrup to each glass and stir well. Adjust sweetness if desired.
Step 6
Top with lime sparkling water. Cheers!
