Vegetarian Paleo Skinny Margarita
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this margarita is the kind of drink that makes any evening feel like a celebration. Instead of reaching for store-bought sour mix loaded with artificial sweeteners and mystery additives, this recipe keeps things clean with fresh-squeezed lime and orange juice doing all the heavy lifting. A quick honey syrup made from just two ingredients adds a gentle natural sweetness that balances the tart citrus beautifully without overpowering the blanco tequila. The whole thing comes together in minutes ā a little shaking, a salted rim if you're feeling fancy, and you're done. Every ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward, so there's nothing to second-guess when you're mixing drinks for a crowd with mixed dietary preferences. The fresh juice and honey combination also means the flavor is noticeably brighter and more vibrant than anything you'd pour from a bottle.
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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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