March mojito madness update: Over the lunch hour today I had the chance to participate in a lunch-n-learn session in our Wellness test kitchen. It was fitting because it was all about smoothies and juicing.

After I got off work tonight, my fam came over and I whipped up a batch of these bad boys to enjoy while we waited for the big showdown game to start (KU vs. Iowa State).

[frozen green mojito recipe via Joy of Smoothies]

They are so refreshing (plus a healthier take on the original) and I am already dreaming about sipping one poolside come summertime!

Will you be heading out to any St. Pat’s festivities this weekend? I’m thinking about checking out the parade tomorrow afternoon if the sun decides to come out. If you are celebrating this weekend, be safe and be sure to remember to wear green – you don’t want to get pinched! People will be envious of your emerald awesomeness if you show up to celebrate wearing any of these festive items:

[blouse, necklace, belt, flats, tote]