Key Lime Margaritas

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Key Lime Margaritas
15 min.
4
105kcal

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Looking for a refreshing beverage that perfectly balances tangy and sweet? Look no further than these delightful Key Lime Margaritas! This vibrant drink is not only a crowd-pleaser but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it a fantastic choice for any gathering. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, a cozy get-together, or simply unwinding after a long day, these margaritas are sure to impress.

With a zesty kick from fresh Key lime juice and a smooth finish from reposado tequila and Cointreau, each sip transports you to a tropical paradise. The optional superfine granulated sugar allows you to customize the sweetness to your liking, while the salt-rimmed glasses add an extra layer of flavor that enhances the overall experience. Plus, this recipe is quick and easy, taking just 15 minutes to prepare, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of friends and family.

Best of all, these Key Lime Margaritas are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making them accessible to a wide range of dietary needs. So grab your blender, gather your ingredients, and get ready to shake up a batch of these delicious margaritas that are sure to be the highlight of your next event!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons superfine granulated sugar 
  •  key lime quartered
  • 0.5 cup key lime juice fresh
  • 0.5 cup reposado tequila 
  • 0.8 cup cointreau orange-flavored

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Run a lime wedge (if using) around rim of each of 4 (6-to 8-ounces) glasses. Put salt (if using) on a small plate and dip glasses in salt to lightly coat rims.
  2. Blend liqueur, tequila, juice, and sugar (if using) in a blender until combined.
  3. Serve over ice (in coated glasses).

Nutrition Facts

Calories105kcal
Protein5.07%
Fat2.06%
Carbs92.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.9
Glycemic Load
3.16
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.1956520935763%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.66mg
Hesperetin
19.11mg
Naringenin
5.85mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:105.45kcal
5.27%
Fat:0.1g
0.16%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.07%
Carbohydrates:10.28g
3.43%
Net Carbohydrates:8.88g
3.23%
Sugar:5.95g
6.61%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1.26mg
0.05%
Alcohol:10.02g
100%
Alcohol %:11.26%
100%
Protein:0.56g
1.12%
Vitamin C:31.9mg
38.67%
Fiber:1.4g
5.6%
Folate:14.49µg
3.62%
Potassium:114.21mg
3.26%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.92%
Calcium:23.28mg
2.33%
Copper:0.04mg
2.03%
Vitamin A:99.44IU
1.99%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.96%
Magnesium:6.8mg
1.7%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.58%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.35%
Phosphorus:13.18mg
1.32%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.09%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.04%
Source:Epicurious