Paleo Spicy Margarita
Looking to spice up your cocktail game while staying true to clean-eating principles? This Paleo Spicy Margarita is a bold and refreshing twist on the classic drink, perfect for those who love a little heat. Made with 100% agave tequila, freshly squeezed lime and orange juice, and subtly sweetened with raw honey, this margarita delivers a balanced flavor profile that’s both zesty and invigorating. Thinly sliced jalapeños add a fiery kick, while the sea salt-rimmed glass and optional garnish bring a stylish touch to every sip. Ready in just 10 minutes, this paleo-friendly cocktail is the ideal choice for entertaining or winding down after a long day. Serve over ice with a lime wedge, and let the spicy citrus combination transport your taste buds to paradise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila (100% agave)
- 1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.5 oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tsp Raw honey
- 2 slices Jalapeño slices
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 tbsp Sea salt
- 1 piece Lime wedge
- 1 slice Optional: additional jalapeño slice for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the glass: Spread the sea salt out on a small plate. Rub the rim of your glass with the lime wedge, then dip the rim into the salt to coat it evenly. Set the glass aside.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, raw honey, and jalapeño slices.
3. Add the ice cubes to the shaker, cover, and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to ensure the honey dissolves and the flavors are well combined.
4. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge and an optional jalapeño slice for an extra spicy flair.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your Paleo Spicy Margarita!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7024 mg | 305% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 76 mg | 2% | |
*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.
