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easy margarita recipes - A fresh lime margarita in a salt-rimmed glass with a lime garnish

Classic Easy Margarita

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A foolproof, 3-ingredient recipe for the perfect classic margarita. Refreshing, tart, and ready in minutes.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Ingredients

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2 oz Silver Tequila (100% Agave)
1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
0.5 oz Agave nectar or simple syrup
Ice cubes
Coarse sea salt for the rim
Lime wheel for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare your glass by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into a plate of coarse sea salt.
Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with fresh ice cubes.
Step 3: Add the tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar to the shaker.
Step 4: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the shaker is icy cold.
Step 5: Strain the mixture into your prepared salt-rimmed glass over fresh ice.
Step 6: Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately.

Notes

Always use fresh lime juice for the best results. If the drink is too tart, add an extra splash of agave nectar.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Drinks, Snacks & Holiday Treats
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail
  • Calories: 175
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0.1g
  • Protein: 0.1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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