Orange-Mint Slush

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Orange-Mint Slush
315 min.
15
160kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and delightful dessert that will impress your guests? Look no further than our Orange-Mint Slush! This vibrant and invigorating treat is perfect for warm days, gatherings, or simply when you want to indulge in something sweet yet light. With its bright orange hue and the refreshing aroma of fresh mint, this slush is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor.

What makes this recipe even more enticing is that it caters to a variety of dietary preferences. It’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for everyone at your table. Plus, it’s low FODMAP, so those with specific dietary restrictions can enjoy it without worry.

Imagine the delightful combination of tangy orange juice and zesty lemonade, perfectly balanced with the coolness of mint. The slush is easy to prepare, requiring just a bit of time to freeze, and can serve up to 15 people, making it ideal for parties or family gatherings. Each serving is a mere 160 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt.

So, gather your ingredients, and let’s create a refreshing Orange-Mint Slush that will leave everyone asking for seconds. It’s not just a dessert; it’s a celebration of flavors that will elevate any occasion!

Ingredients

  • 40 oz seltzer water chilled (5 cups)
  • 0.8 cup mint leaves fresh
  • oz lemonade concentrate frozen thawed canned
  • leaves mint leaves fresh
  • 12 oz orange juice concentrate frozen thawed canned
  • cups sugar 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 4-quart saucepan, heat sugar, 3 cups of the water and 3/4 cup mint leaves to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 2 minutes. Cool 1 hour to blend flavors.
  2. Strain and reserve liquid. In nonmetal freezer container, mix reserved liquid, remaining water, orange juice concentrate and lemonade concentrate; freeze until slush consistency.
  3. To serve, spoon about 2/3 cup slush mixture into each serving glass; pour 1/3 cup club soda over each.
  4. Garnish with mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein1.57%
Fat1.31%
Carbs97.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.67
Glycemic Load
18.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.7617390732402%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.7mg
Hesperetin
0.23mg
Apigenin
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:160.04kcal
8%
Fat:0.24g
0.37%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.14%
Carbohydrates:40.54g
13.51%
Net Carbohydrates:40.1g
14.58%
Sugar:38.4g
42.66%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:24.74mg
1.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.65g
1.31%
Vitamin C:35.09mg
42.53%
Folate:20.83µg
5.21%
Potassium:165.69mg
4.73%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.43%
Vitamin A:181.68IU
3.63%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.21%
Magnesium:12.39mg
3.1%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.99%
Copper:0.05mg
2.32%
Calcium:22.25mg
2.22%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.03%
Fiber:0.44g
1.76%
Phosphorus:16.27mg
1.63%
Vitamin B3:0.3mg
1.49%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.48%
Iron:0.22mg
1.22%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.03%