Green River

Prep: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A refreshing lime-flavored gelatin beverage with club soda, crushed ice, and cherry garnish, perfect for hot days and entertaining guests seeking a zesty, bubbly drink.

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Ingredients

  • 1 small box lime flavored gelatin
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 2 limes
  • crushed ice
  • 1 quart club soda
  • 4 maraschino cherries with stems

Instructions

  1. Dissolve lime flavored gelatin in boiling water.
  2. Cool to room temperature.
  3. Cut one lime in half and squeeze both halves into the gelatin mixture.
  4. Cut the remaining lime into quarters.
  5. Fill 4 tall glasses with crushed ice.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of the gelatin mixture to each glass.
  7. Fill the glasses with club soda and stir gently.
  8. Top each glass with lime wedges and maraschino cherries.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

140 kcal 7% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.2g 4% DV
Total Fat 7g 9% DV
Carbs 18.1g 7% DV
Fiber 1.6g 6% DV
Sugar 12.8g 26% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 42mg 2% DV
Potassium 118mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 14mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 1.6mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 42.5mg 3% DV
Iron 0.7mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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