Xanthan Gum Free Whole30 Orange Vanilla Seltzer
Fresh-squeezed orange juice meets a whisper of vanilla powder in this bright, bubbly drink that feels genuinely special without a drop of added sugar or artificial anything. It's the kind of refreshment that makes you forget you ever wanted a soda. Because it's built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients — citrus, vanilla, and sparkling water — there's no label-reading required and no hidden thickeners or stabilizers to worry about. The vanilla powder dissolves right into the juice, giving every sip a warm, creamy undertone that plays beautifully against the citrus fizz. Pouring the seltzer slowly down the side of the glass keeps the bubbles lively all the way to the last sip. Dress it up with an orange slice and it looks like something you'd pay ten dollars for at a brunch spot — except you made it in about five minutes at home.
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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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