Sparkling Sangria

Cava is a Spanish sparkling wine with less acidity than Champagne; you may substitute another sparkling wine, such as prosecco, if you prefer. Top each beverage with a mint sprig for a fragrant garnish.

Yield 8 servings (serving size: 1 cup)

Ingredients

• 1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup raspberries
• 1 cup quartered small strawberries
• 1/2 cup chopped nectarine (about 1)
• 1/3 cup brandy
• 1 cup apricot nectar, chilled
• 1 (750-milliliter) bottle cava, chilled

Preparation

1. Combine the first 6 ingredients in a large pitcher, and chill for at least 2 hours. Stir in 1 cup nectar and wine. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 153 (3% from fat)

Fat: 0.5g (sat 0.1g,mono 0.1g,poly 0.2g)

Protein: 0.9g

Carbohydrate: 17g

Fiber: 2.7g

Cholesterol: 0.0mg

Iron: 0.5mg

Sodium: 2mg

Calcium: 13mg

Jackie Mills, MS, RD, Cooking Light, JUNE 2008