Turkey Free Paleo Mango Margarita
Fresh ripe mango gets blended with tequila, lime, orange juice, and a touch of honey to create a tropical margarita that tastes like a beach vacation in a glass. The fruit does the heavy lifting here — its natural sweetness means you don't need any artificial mixers or sugary syrups to get that lush, vibrant flavor. Blending everything together and then straining through a fine mesh sieve gives you a silky-smooth drink without any fibrous texture getting in the way. A salted rim and a squeeze of fresh lime pull the whole thing together with that classic sweet-salty contrast that makes a great margarita so satisfying. This is the kind of cocktail that looks impressive but comes together with minimal effort, making it perfect for a warm afternoon or a casual dinner party. Since it's built entirely from whole fruits, honey, and spirits, there's nothing hidden in the ingredient list to second-guess.
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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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