Skinny Cocktails the Un Rita Margarita
Sip your way to bliss with the "Skinny Cocktails: The Un-Rita Margarita," a light and refreshing twist on the classic margarita that’s perfect for health-conscious sippers. This low-calorie cocktail combines the zesty tang of freshly squeezed lime and orange juices with smooth Tequila Blanco, a touch of optional honey or agave nectar for natural sweetness, and a fizzy splash of sparkling water or club soda. With just 5 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make margarita skips the heavy mixers for a cleaner, guilt-free sip that's as vibrant as it is delicious. Serve it in a salt-rimmed glass for a traditional flair, and garnish with a lime wedge for that picture-perfect finish—it’s the ultimate skinny margarita for your next happy hour or cozy night in.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Tequila Blanco
- 1 oz Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Orange Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 tsp Agave Nectar or Honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- 2 oz Sparkling Water or Club Soda
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
- 1 tbsp Salt for the Rim (optional)
- 1 piece Lime Wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
If desired, rim the glass with salt: Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip the rim into a small plate of salt to coat. Set aside.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, and agave nectar or honey (if using).
Fill the shaker with ice cubes, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
Fill your prepared glass with ice cubes, then strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.
Top off the drink with sparkling water or club soda and gently stir to combine.
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass or float it in the drink for extra presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Skinny Un-Rita Margarita!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
123 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6607 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 60 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.
