Low Iodine Paleo Skinny Margarita
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this margarita is the kind of drink that feels like a mini vacation in a glass. Blanco tequila, fresh-squeezed lime, and a splash of orange juice come together with a quick honey syrup for natural sweetness ā no sugary mixes or artificial syrups in sight. That matters more than you might think, since many commercial cocktail mixers and flavored spirits can contain additives that complicate a low-iodine approach. Here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can sip without second-guessing. The honey syrup takes barely two minutes on the stovetop and makes a noticeable difference ā smoother and more rounded than plain sugar. A vigorous shake over ice gets everything perfectly chilled and slightly frothy, and the optional salt rim adds a satisfying savory contrast to all that citrus. It's an effortless, crowd-pleasing cocktail that just happens to fit neatly into a restricted diet without tasting like it.
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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)
- 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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