Vegan Bloody Maria | Plant-based Recipe
If you're a fan of bold flavors and love trying new twists on classic cocktails, you're in for a treat! We're shaking things up with a spicy Vegan Bloody Maria—a delicious plant-based spin on the traditional Bloody Mary.
What Makes It Special?
- Smoky Mezcal: This tequila alternative adds a unique depth and smokiness, taking the drink to a whole new level.
- Vegan Worcestershire Sauce: A must-have for any Bloody Mary or Bloody Maria, our vegan Worcestershire sauce adds that savory, umami flavor you crave—without any animal products.
- Fiery Spice Mix: We kick things up a notch with a fiery blend of spices that’ll wake up your taste buds and leave you craving more.
RECIPE:
Ingredients:
- pinch celery salt
- inch Tajin seasoning
- 2 oz mezcal
- 6 oz tomato juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish
- 1/2 tsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
- a few splashes of hot sauce or srirachi sauce
- olives, celery stick, and lime wedges for garnish
Directions:
- Prepare glass by mixing celery salt and Tajin in a saucer. Rub lime wedge around rim. Rub glass in spice mix, shaking off any excess. Add ice to glass and set aside.
- Add mezcal, tomato juice, lime juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to cocktail shaker and shake until well-combined. Place strainer over glass and pour mixture into glass. Garnish with olives, celery, and lime wedges.
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Health Benefits of Tomatoes:
Tomatoes come in many different colors beside red, such as yellow, orange, green, and purple. Tomatoes contain lycopene, a carotenoid pigment that gives tomatoes their red color and is a powerful antioxidant. All of these beautiful colors are packed with nutrients and phytochemicals that may have many health benefits, including:
- Heart health
- Cancer prevention
- Bone health
- Immune system
- Skin health
- Digestive health
Eating tomatoes may help lower blood pressure and reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol, which may lower the risk of strokes and heart attacks. In addition, tomatoes and tomato products may lower the risk of certain cancers, including pancreatic, lung, stomach, and prostate cancer. Due to their calcium and vitamin K content, tomatoes are important for strengthening bones and bone tissue. The antioxidant lycopene may also help prevent osteoporosis by improving bone density.
Tomatoes are high in fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin C, which can help support immune health. Lycopene may also stimulate the immune system by fighting damage from common oxidative insults such as radiation, tobacco smoke, and pollution.
Vitamin C in tomatoes can also stimulate collagen production and fight inflammation, which can improve skin elasticity and strength. Lycopene and other plant compounds in tomatoes can also protect against sunburn by reducing redness
Tomatoes contain a lot of fiber, which can help prevent constipation by bulking up stool. Tomatoes may also help prevent diarrhea and jaundice, and can remove toxins from the body.
Green tomatoes contain slightly more folic acid than red tomatoes.
Lastly, tomatoes are 95% water making them very hydrating during the warmer months when they are in season (from May to October)
Tomatoes can be eaten cooked or raw in a variety of ways, and in their many processed forms, whether it be canned, paste, sauce, or salsa, should be a pantry staple. Keep in mind that no or low-sodium canned tomatoes may be healthier than fresh tomatoes due to higher levels of lycopene, the antioxidant that is thought to reduce certain cancers, heart disease, and diabetes. Processing releases the lycopene from the tomato's cell structure, making it easier for the body to absorb.
Be sure to avoid pasta sauces that are made with added sugars and salt.
A word of caution: Tomatoes belong to the nightshade family, which included peppers, eggplant, and potatoes. There is some evidence that these fruits and veggies may aggravate certain inflammatory and auto-immune conditions like arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease by increasing inflammation that is already there. If you think you may be sensitive to nightshades, talk to your doctor and/or dietician, and consider cutting them out of your diet for a few weeks. Keep track of how you feel when you start eating them again. If you start to feel bad, you may have a nightshade sensitivity.
The Perfect Brunch Companion
Whether you're a traditional Bloody Mary lover or just looking to try something new, this Vegan Bloody Maria is sure to impress. It's the ideal drink to serve at your next brunch, pairing perfectly with your favorite plant-based dishes.
Ready to shake up your brunch game? Watch the video and follow along as we create this vibrant, spicy, and utterly delicious Vegan Bloody Maria. Cheers to trying something new and making every brunch unforgettable!
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