VIRGIN MARY

C 46
F 0g

A GOOD TOOL to have in the recipe belt for the weekends. This low-calorie, large, and refreshing beverage is great for enjoying while socializing with nondieting friends and family. The Bloody Mary is a good cocktail option relative to its sugary cousins, but this how low can you go version has so few calories you can enjoy it anytime you like!

Yield: Four 16-ounce servings

Prep time: 3 minutes

Ingredients:

4   cups fresh tomatoes

4   cups store-bought cut-up watermelon

¼  cup fresh lemon juice (check the produce department for ready-squeezed!)

1   tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish

1   cup chopped celery, plus 4 inner stalks for garnish

1   teaspoon bitters (optional)

     Ice for serving

Method:

1. Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into 4 pint-sized glasses filled with ice and garnish with the celery stalks.

Per serving:

46 calories, 0g fat (0g sat), 1.5mg cholesterol, 44.5mg sodium, 45.5g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 2g protein

Nutrient content claims:

Reduced calorie / Fat free / Saturated fat free / Cholesterol free / Low sodium / No added sugar / Gluten free / Trans fat free

Recommended ready-made version:

Mr. & Mrs. T. Bloody Mary Mix

Calories: 30 / Fat: 0g