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.
Fresh-squeezed Mimosa Mocktails
Serving Amount
Ingredients
Plain or flavored sparkling water (see instructions below)
1 orange
3 peaches or 1 can of peaches (packed in juice or water)
Edible glitter
Instructions
Step 1
For a classic mocktail mimosa: Cut an orange in half. Slice a thin wedge from both halves, if desired for garnish. In a champagne flute, squeeze juice from ½ orange and combine with plain or orange sparkling water. Add a pinch of edible glitter if desired and stir.
Step 2
For a peach Bellini mocktail: Slice 3 peaches, removing the core, reserving two slices for garnish. Blend with just enough water to allow it to blend (2-4 Tbsp.). Alternatively, blend 1 can of peaches in a blender until smooth. Add 4 tablespoons of the mixture to a champagne flute and top with peach-flavored or plain sparkling water. Add a pinch of edible glitter if desired and stir.
