Seeds Free Paleo Watermelon Margarita
Few summer drinks hit as hard as a fresh watermelon margarita, and this one is as vibrant and refreshing as it looks. Blending ripe watermelon into a smooth purée and straining it gives you a clean, jewel-toned juice that forms the backbone of the whole cocktail — no artificial flavors, no shortcuts. A splash of fresh lime juice and a touch of honey balance the sweetness perfectly, while 100% agave blanco tequila keeps things bright and crisp. The salted rim adds that classic savory contrast that makes every sip feel intentional and complete. For anyone navigating seed sensitivities, the seedless watermelon and straightforward ingredient list mean there's nothing hiding in here that shouldn't be. It comes together in just a few minutes with a blender and a cocktail shaker, making it an effortless crowd-pleaser for backyard gatherings or a solo treat on a hot afternoon. Garnish with a lime wedge and a little watermelon slice, and it looks like something straight off a restaurant menu.
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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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