Staying hydrated during the winter months is just as important as staying warm. Cold weather and indoor heating can pull moisture from your body, which may lead to fatigue, dry skin and even increased leg discomfort.
Adding foods with naturally high-water content is an easy way to support hydration during the holiday season. These holiday-inspired recipes are light, festive and rich in ingredients that help your body retain moisture.
This winter citrus salad is a fresh and colorful option for the holidays. Oranges and pomegranate seeds add a bright, juicy flavor that naturally helps keep you hydrated. Mixed with greens, almonds and fennel, this salad is light, refreshing and a great way to balance out heavier holiday meals.
Ingredients:
16 ounces (1 bag) arugula or mixed greens
2 blood oranges, Cara Cara oranges, and/or navel oranges, peeled and sliced or sectioned
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon blood orange, Cara Cara or navel orange juice
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
For the full recipe, visit Weelicious.com.
Hydrating Vegetable Soup
This vegetable soup is warm, cozy and perfect for cold December days. The broth adds extra hydration, and the mix of carrots, celery and seasonal vegetables makes it filling without feeling heavy. It’s simple, comforting and a great recipe to enjoy all winter long.
Ingredients:
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped
3 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cups chopped seasonal vegetables, such as sweet potatoes, green beans, butternut squash, potatoes, bell pepper, zucchini or yellow squash
1 teaspoon fine sea salt, divided, to taste
6 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 large can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
4 cups (32 ounces) vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 cups chopped kale
1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the full recipe, visit CookieAndKate.com.
Winter Lemonade
Winter lemonade is an easy and refreshing drink to enjoy during the holidays. Fresh lemon juice, honey and spices like ginger and cinnamon give it a warm seasonal twist. It’s a simple way to stay hydrated while still enjoying a festive flavor.
Ingredients:
1 cup fresh lemon juice
4 1/2 cups filtered water
1/2 cup honey
2 inches fresh ginger, unpeeled and coarsely chopped
5 whole cloves
2 cardamom pods
1 cinnamon stick
For the full recipe, visit JoyTheBaker.com.
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