This strawberry margarita recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and refreshing flavors with a festive flair, ideal for social occasions or a refreshing treat.
Strawberry Margarita
Ingredients:
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (plus extra for garnish)
– 2 ounces tequila blanco
– 1 ounce triple sec or Cointreau
– 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice (about 1 lime)
– 1/2 ounce simple syrup (adjust to taste)
– Ice cubes
– Coarse salt or sugar for rimming the glass (optional)
– Lime wedge (for garnish)
Directions:
1. If desired, rim your glass with coarse salt or sugar: rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip the rim into a small plate of salt or sugar. Set aside.
2. In a blender, combine fresh strawberries, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup, and a handful of ice cubes.
3. Blend on high speed until smooth and frothy.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more simple syrup or lime juice as preferred.
5. Pour the strawberry margarita into the prepared glass.
6. Garnish with a fresh strawberry slice and a lime wedge on the rim.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly.
Nutrition Information (approximately per serving):
– Calories: 180 kcal
– Protein: 0.5 g
– Fat: 0 g
– Carbohydrates: 18 g
– Sugars: 15 g
– Alcohol: Approximately 20 g (varies by tequila proof)
Notes:
– For a frozen variation, add more ice before blending.
– Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
– Simple syrup can be easily made by dissolving equal parts sugar and water over low heat.
– For a lower-calorie option, reduce the simple syrup or use a natural sweetener.
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