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Zesty Tamarind-Inspired Refresher

Zesty Tamarind-Inspired Refresher

This vibrant, non-alcoholic drink offers a refreshing burst of citrus, balanced by the subtle heat of cayenne and ginger, and a hint of sweet pomegranate. It's a heart-healthy and hydrating beverage, perfect for a Mediterranean lifestyle.

15 min4 servingsmexicanbeverage
vegetarian
lacto-vegetarian
ovo-vegetarian
vegan
pescetarian
mediterranean

Nutrition Facts

Per serving

Calories69
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
Saturated Fat 0g1%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1mg
Sodium 2914mg127%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
Dietary Fiber 0g
Total Sugars 17g
Protein 0g
Calcium 9.1mg1%
Iron 0.08mg
Potassium 53mg1%
Vitamin A 4.1mcg
Vitamin C 1.7mg2%
Vitamin E 0.01mg
Vitamin K 0.34mcg
Magnesium 2.1mg1%
Zinc 0.02mg
Folate 0.16mcg

Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup lime juice
  • 0.25 cup agave nectar
  • 2 tbsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 inch piece fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 2 sprigs cilantro
  • 4 unit lime wedges
  • 0.25 tsp cracked pepper
  • 0.25 cup pomegranate juice
  • 1 unit orange
  • 2 sprigs mint
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 1 unit small red chilli

Instructions

  1. 1Combine sea salt and cracked pepper on a shallow plate. Moisten glass rims with a lime wedge and dip into the salt mixture.
  2. 2In a blender, combine lime juice, agave nectar, ginger, cayenne pepper, pomegranate juice, orange zest, and red chilli with water. Blend until smooth.
  3. 3Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing solids to extract all liquid.
  4. 4Fill prepared glasses with ice. Pour the strained mixture into each glass.
  5. 5Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs, mint sprigs, orange slices, and lime wedges before serving.

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