Skinny Jalapeno Margarita Recipe
This healthier version of a classic margarita recipe is delicious and versatile.
Servings: 2 margaritas
Ingredients
- ½ cup crushed ice
- 4 ounces silver tequila
- ½ cup lime juice about 4 limes + more for garnish
- ¼ cup orange juice 1 orange
- ½ jalapeno pepper de-seeded and sliced into thin rings + more for garnish
- 3 tablespoons honey more or less depending on your preference
- Tajin for garnish
Instructions
- Sprinkle Tajin into a shallow plate, making sure it’s wide enough to fit the diameter of your margarita glass.
- Take a lime wedge and rub the rim of each glass.
- Dip the rim of the glass into the Tajin, moving in a circular motion to stick the Tajin to the rim. Pour crushed ice into each glass and set aside until ready to serve.
- In a cocktail shaker, add ½ cup crushed ice, tequila, lime juice, orange juice, jalapeno slices, and honey.
- Close the shaker and shake vigorously for 30-60 seconds.
- Strain the margarita into each glass. Garnish with limes, orange slices, and jalapeno slices. Enjoy!
Notes
Agave nectar is a great substitute instead of honey. For best results, drink immediately after making.
Nutrition
Serving: 1margarita | Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 142IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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