Pregnancy Friendly Whole30 Orange Vanilla Seltzer
Fresh-squeezed orange juice and a hint of pure vanilla powder come together in this sparkling drink that feels genuinely special without any effort. It's the kind of refreshing sip that satisfies a craving for something sweet and bubbly when plain water just isn't cutting it. During pregnancy, it can be tricky to find fizzy drinks that skip the artificial sweeteners, caffeine, and mystery additives — this one uses nothing but real fruit, vanilla, and plain seltzer, so you know exactly what's going in your glass. The vanilla powder dissolves right into the juice for a creamy, dreamy flavor that makes the whole thing taste far more indulgent than it actually is. Pouring the seltzer slowly down the side of the glass keeps every sip perfectly effervescent, and an orange slice on the rim makes it feel like a mocktail worth savoring. It comes together in just a few minutes and serves two, making it a lovely option to share or simply enjoy twice.
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2 servings
- 2 medium navel oranges, juiced (about ½ cup fresh juice)
- ½ tsp pure vanilla powder
- 2 cups plain seltzer water, chilled
- 1 cup ice
For serving
- 2 orange slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the oranges using a citrus juicer until you have about 1/2 cup fresh juice. Stir in the vanilla powder until fully dissolved.
- 2
Divide the ice between two tall glasses. Pour half the orange-vanilla mixture into each glass.
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