Description
A refreshing and light watermelon margarita with a perfect balance of sweetness and citrus, served with a salted rim for that extra zing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon (cubed)
- 1–2 tablespoons cold spring water (or as needed)
- 2 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice (or more to taste)
- 4 ½ oz white tequila
- 3 oz Cointreau (or other orange liquor)
- 9 large ice cubes (for serving, or less)
- 2 tablespoons white sugar or brown sugar
- For the salt rim: 2-3 lime wedges, 1 tablespoon sea salt flakes (crushed)
Instructions
- Prep the glass: Salt the rim of a whiskey tumbler or margarita glass. Rub it thoroughly with a lime wedge and dip the top of the glass into a small plate with crushed sea salt flakes. For best results, use chilled glasses!
- Blend the margarita: Add all the ingredients for the cocktail to a blender and process until well mixed and smooth, with no chunks of watermelon. For best results, use chilled watermelon.
Notes
- For a stronger lime flavor, adjust the amount of fresh lime juice to taste.
- For a smoother texture, ensure the watermelon is blended well with no chunks.
- If you prefer a sweeter margarita, add more sugar or opt for brown sugar for a richer taste.
- Chilled glasses make for a better margarita experience, so be sure to chill your glasses before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg