Seed Oil Free Paleo Mango Margarita
Ripe mango, fresh citrus, good tequila, and a touch of honey — this blended margarita is a serious crowd-pleaser that happens to be made entirely from whole, clean ingredients. No store-bought sour mix, no mystery syrups, and absolutely nothing derived from industrial seed oils, which can sneak into pre-made cocktail mixers more often than you'd expect. The mango gets blended smooth with honey and a pinch of sea salt before the tequila and citrus join the party, creating a naturally sweet, tangy base that tastes genuinely tropical. Straining the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer is the move that takes this from a thick smoothie to a silky, restaurant-worthy drink. A salted rim adds that classic contrast, and fresh lime and mango garnishes make it look like something you'd pay twelve dollars for on a patio. It's paleo-friendly without tasting like a compromise — just a bright, frosty margarita that happens to be made the right way.
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2 servings
- 1 cup fresh mango, cubed (from about 1 large ripe mango)
- 3 oz (6 tbsp) blanco tequila
- 2 oz (4 tbsp) fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 oz (2 tbsp) fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more for rimming
- 1 cup ice cubes, plus more for serving
For serving
- lime wedges, for rimming and garnish (optional)
- fresh mango slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If salting the rims, run a lime wedge around the edge of each rocks glass, then press the rim into a small plate of fine sea salt to coat. Fill the glasses with fresh ice and set aside.
- 2
Combine the mango cubes, honey, and 1/4 tsp sea salt in a blender and blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds. The purée should be thick and uniform with no visible chunks.
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