Low Carb Spicy Margarita
Elevate your cocktail game with this bold and refreshing Low Carb Spicy Margarita! Perfect for those watching their carb intake, this recipe swaps traditional sweeteners for sugar-free simple syrup, offering guilt-free indulgence without sacrificing flavor. Infused with fresh jalapeño slices, the tequila-based drink delivers a fiery kick complemented by tangy lime juice and a hint of orange extract. The rim of coarse sea salt and chili powder adds zest and spice, making every sip a tantalizing experience. Ready in just 5 minutes, this keto-friendly margarita is ideal for serving at parties or unwinding with a satisfying treat. Garnish with a lime wedge and extra jalapeño for a visually stunning twist—cheers to flavorful, low-carb living!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila (preferably blanco)
- 1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.5 oz Sugar-free simple syrup
- 0.25 tsp Orange extract
- 2 slices Fresh jalapeño slices
- 1 cup Ice
- 1 tsp Coarse sea salt
- 0.5 tsp Chili powder
- 1 wedge Additional lime wedge (for rimming the glass and garnish)
Instructions
1. On a small plate, mix the coarse sea salt and chili powder to create a spicy rim mix.
2. Use a lime wedge to moisten the rim of a cocktail glass, then dip the rim into the salt-chili mix to coat evenly. Set the glass aside.
3. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, sugar-free simple syrup, orange extract, and jalapeño slices.
4. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and infuse the spicy flavor of the jalapeño.
5. Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice and strain the margarita into the glass.
6. Garnish with a lime wedge and optionally add an additional jalapeño slice for extra flair.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your Low Carb Spicy Margarita!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1964 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 52 mg | 1% | |
*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.
