Pecan Free Paleo Watermelon Margarita

Total time10 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

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Fresh watermelon blended smooth, shaken with 100% agave tequila, bright lime juice, and a touch of honey — this margarita is summer in a glass. The process is straightforward: blend, strain, shake, and pour, so you get a beautifully clear, jewel-red drink without any pulpy texture. A salted rim and a wedge of lime on the side give it that classic cocktail finish that feels genuinely festive. Every ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just clean, whole-food components doing exactly what they're supposed to do. The honey adds just enough sweetness to balance the tartness of fresh lime without tipping into sugary territory, which keeps the whole thing feeling refreshing rather than cloying. It's the kind of drink that looks impressive on a table but comes together in minutes, making it perfect for backyard gatherings or a quiet evening treat.

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Ingredients

2 servings

3 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 oz blanco tequila (100% agave)
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
1 tbsp honey
¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more for the rim
1 cup ice cubes, plus extra for serving

For serving

2 lime wedges, for rimming and garnish
2 small watermelon wedges, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Spread a thin layer of fine sea salt on a small flat plate. Run a lime wedge around the rim of each rocks glass, then press the rim into the salt to coat. Fill each glass with fresh ice and set aside.
2
Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 20–30 seconds. Pour the watermelon purée through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup or bowl, pressing with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible; discard the solids. You should have about 1 cup of strained watermelon juice.

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