this margarita skips the mix and opts for flavor from just 4 ingredients including freshly squeezed lime and a little bit of simple syrup. then it’s all poured over crushed ice for the perfect light & refreshing drink for warmer weather!
I’m admittedly not the biggest drinker, but I do love a good glass of red wine (or sangrina!) and a delicious margarita when I’m in the mood.
For years I avoided margaritas because the sugary mix they are so often made with made me feel queasy at first sip (let alone finishing the whole thing).
It wasn’t until I was working at Health Magazine and Bethenny Frankel (who contributed an article to the magazine each month) came up with the Skinnygirl margarita that I started liking them. We hosted a launch party for her and served her margarita and I tried it (thinking I would just take a sip so as not to be rude in front of her and all her guests!) and I loved it! It wasn’t overly sugary or sweet but also didn’t taste like pure alcohol (like some of the other skinny versions I had tried).
Over the years I’ve experimented with my own versions and this 4-ingredient one is my go-to. Since it’s Friday (and Cinco de Mayo is this weekend!), I figured it was high time to share it with you all. Hope you love it as much as I do!
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4-ingredient margaritas
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 margarita 1x
- Category: drinks
Description
this margarita skips the mix and opts for flavor from just 4 ingredients including freshly squeezed lime and a little bit of simple syrup. then it’s all poured over crushed ice for the perfect light & refreshing drink for warmer weather!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons silver tequila
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeeze lime juice – see note #1
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup (store-bought or make your own! – see note #2)
- 1 tablespoon water
- For serving: crushed or cubed ice, kosher salt, fresh lime wedges or slices
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients into a large pitcher or cocktail shaker and stir or shake to combine. Add additional water, lime juice or simple syrup as needed to suit your needs.
- Swipe the rim of a glass with a lime wedge to wet it then dip the rim in kosher salt
- Place ice cubes in the salt-rimmed glass then pour in your cocktail (note: you can also shake everything up along with the crushed ice as desired).
Notes
- I recommend pouring the freshly squeezed lime juice through a strainer in order to remove any pith
- For simple syrup: combine equal parts water & sugar. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water whisking until smooth (don’t let it boil!) then allow to cool before adding.
- I have also added 1-2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice (in lieu of the typically utilized Cointreau, an orange-flavored liqueur) in the past with good results and a slightly sweeter taste.
- You can puree different fruits in a food processor or blender and add 1-2 tablespoons for different flavors (watermelon works very well with the lime!). I recommend using half the agave if doing this as the fruit purees add sweetness. You can always add more as desired.
- Recipe is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please always remember to drink responsibly and never drink and drive.
Keywords: margarita, tequila, drink, cinco de mayo
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