Skinny Margarita
The Skinny Margarita offers a healthier take on the traditional Margarita, trimming down on calories without compromising the vibrant and tangy essence of the original cocktail. This lighter version swaps out sugary mixes for fresh lime juice and uses agave nectar or a sugar-free sweetener, resulting in a Margarita that's lower in calories but still bursting with zesty lime and tequila flavors. Served over ice or blended, the Skinny Margarita is a guilt-free and refreshing option for those seeking a lighter and more health-conscious cocktail.
Ingredients
- 2 oz (60 ml) Tequila (silver or blanco)
- 1 oz (30 ml) Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 oz (15 ml) Agave nectar or sugar-free sweetener
- Splash of orange liqueur (optional, adjust to taste)
- Lime wedge for garnish
- Salt or Tajin for rimming (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Rim a Margarita glass with salt or Tajin (optional). Run a lime wedge along the rim of the glass, then dip it into a shallow plate of salt or Tajin.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- In a shaker or mixing glass, combine tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, agave nectar (or sugar-free sweetener), and a splash of orange liqueur if desired.
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill and blend.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared Margarita glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish your Skinny Margarita with a lime wedge.
- Serve!
