Heart-Healthy Watermelon Margarita
Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing Heart-Healthy Watermelon Margarita, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Packed with hydrating fresh watermelon, zesty lime juice, and naturally sweet 100% orange juice, this vibrant drink comes together in just 10 minutes. Low in sugar but high in flavor, it’s softly sweetened with optional agave nectar and finished with fizzy sparkling water for a light and invigorating sip. Perfect for summer gatherings or a relaxing evening at home, this alcohol-free margarita can be customized with a salted or chili-rimmed glass. Garnish with fresh mint and a watermelon wedge for a delightfully fresh presentation. Stay cool and heart-healthy with this fruity mocktail that’s as flavorful as it is nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups (cubed) Fresh watermelon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons 100% orange juice (no added sugar)
- 1 teaspoon Agave nectar (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1 cup Ice
- 0.5 cup Sparkling water
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt or chili powder (optional, for rimming the glass)
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Place the watermelon cubes in a blender and blend until smooth. This should yield about 1.5 cups of watermelon juice. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture, if desired.
2. In a small bowl or plate, spread the sea salt or chili powder. Moisten the rim of your serving glasses with a lime wedge, then dip the rims into the salt or chili powder to coat. Leave aside.
3. In a blender or cocktail shaker, combine the strained watermelon juice, lime juice, orange juice, agave nectar (if using), and ice. Blend or shake until well combined and chilled.
4. Divide the mixture evenly into the prepared glasses, filling each about three-quarters full.
5. Top off each glass with sparkling water for a fizzy finish.
6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a small watermelon wedge, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2215 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 444 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
