Low Sodium Paleo Skinny Margarita
A bright, citrus-forward margarita made with real ingredients is hard to beat, and this one delivers serious flavor without any of the sugary, sodium-laden mixes that come in a bottle. The sweetness here comes from a quick honey syrup ā just honey and water stirred together on the stove ā which keeps things clean and naturally balanced. Fresh lime juice and a splash of orange juice do all the heavy lifting, giving you that tart, vibrant punch that a good margarita demands. The salt rim is entirely optional, which is exactly the point ā you're in control of every element in the glass. Shake it hard over ice until the shaker frosts up, strain into a chilled glass, and you've got a cocktail that tastes like it came from a really good bar. It's the kind of drink that proves you don't need a long ingredient list or a pre-made shortcut to get something genuinely refreshing.
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2 servings
For the honey syrup
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp water
For the margarita
- 3 oz blanco tequila
- 2 oz fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- coarse salt, for rimming (optional)Can be omitted
coarse salt
- 2 lime wedges, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 1ā2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes before using.
- 2
If salting the rims, run a lime wedge around the edge of each glass, then press the rim into a shallow plate of coarse salt to coat.
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