Mediterranean Diet Friendly Paleo Skinny Margarita
Fresh citrus and good tequila are all you really need for a cocktail that feels indulgent without going overboard. This version skips the sugary store-bought mix entirely, leaning on real lime juice, a splash of fresh orange juice, and a quick honey syrup made from just two pantry staples. That swap matters ā refined syrups and artificial sweeteners have no place here, and the natural sweetness from honey keeps things balanced and clean. The result is bright, tart, and just a little floral, with none of the syrupy aftertaste that ruins most margaritas. It comes together in minutes once your honey syrup cools, and shaking it hard over ice gives you that perfectly chilled, slightly frothy texture. A salted rim and a wedge of lime are optional, but they make the whole thing feel like something you'd order at a really good restaurant.
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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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