Recipe - Sangrias

Because of my love for Spain, I do enjoy a good Sangria and I am sharing with you guys two of my favorite recipes.

Sparkling Peach Sangria

This peachy keen version has extra bubbles without extra booze or calories, thanks to sparkling water. Psst: pick "Brut" Prosecco or Cava for the lowest sugar.

SERVES: 8

1 peach-flavored or plain vodka
4 peaches cut into bite-sized chunks
1 bottle "Brut" Prosecco or Cava
1 500 ml (16.9 oz) bottle sparkling water or club soda

1. COMBINE vodka and peaches in a carafe and refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

2. WHEN ready to serve, add the Prosecco and sparkling water and gently stir. Serve immediately.

NUTRITION (per serving) 160 cal, 1 g pro, 8 g carb, 1 g fiber, 6 g sugars, 0 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 15 mg sodium

Cherry Sangria

Not only is red wine loaded with the healthy antioxidant resveratrol, antioxidant-rich tart cherry juice also contains melatonin, which may may help you sleep better.

SERVES: 8

2 c frozen pitted cherries
1 c halved red grapes
2 small oranges, sliced into thin rounds
1 c tart cherry juice
1 bottle red wine

1. MIX together all ingredients in a pitcher. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

2. SERVE over ice.

NUTRITION (per serving) 130 cal, 1 g pro, 15 g carb, 1 g fiber, 11 g sugars, 0 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 5 mg sodium

Enjoy and don't forget they are healthy too