Refreshing Grapefruit Treats for Warm Weather

The heat is breaking records all over the country but that doesn’t mean you have to suffer all summer long. Delicious and refreshing grapefruit can help you beat the heat in a lot of fun and tasty ways. Eating plain grapefruit straight from the tree is a classic way to rehydrate yourself and get back the vitamins and minerals that you lose through sweating in the warm weather. Grapefruit is really nature’s sports drink because it is packed with vitamins and minerals and is full of delicious juice that will quickly restore the electrolyte balance in your body without the refined sugar or caffeine that sports drinks usually have. You can also use fresh grapefruit juice to create delicious and refreshing drinks and other treats that will help you fight the heat and stay cool no matter how hot it gets. Order grapefruit in bulk for the summer so that you will always have plenty on hand. You never know when the temperature is going to spike up. If you find yourself suffering through a hot day or having people over for a picnic or BBQ on a swelteringly hot day try these fresh grapefruit treats to stay cool:

Grapefruit popsicles – These are simple to make and a great tasting alternative to sugary popsicles. Squeeze from fresh grapefruit juice and pour it into molds. You can use plastic popsicle molds or even just ice cube trays. If you use ice cube trays place a sheet of plastic wrap over the top and stick a toothpick or popsicle stick into each one for a handle, then freeze. When they are frozen solid you will have healthy, low calorie frozen treats that kids love. You can also use the juice to make grapefruit juice ice cubes that you can place in cocktails or other drinks. As the ice cube melts it will release sweet and refreshing grapefruit juice into the drink and it will also keep the drink cold.

Grapefruit sorbet – Sorbet is a great all purpose dish to make for summer gatherings. You can spoon a little into drinks to keep them cold, or use it in a punch, or serve it plain as a light and refreshing dessert. Just boil fresh grapefruit juice with sugar until it makes syrup, and then freeze it or refrigerate it until has a slushy consistency. Your guests will love it.

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