Citrus-Basil Margarita with Agave Nectar

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A vibrant twist on the classic margarita featuring fresh lime and orange juices, fragrant basil leaves, and natural agave sweetness. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice, tequila blanco for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Begin by rimming a rocks glass with kosher salt: rub a lime wedge along the rim, then dip it into a shallow plate of salt. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, add 5 fresh basil leaves and gently bruise them for 10 seconds to release their aroma.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 ounce fresh lime juice, 1 ounce fresh orange juice, 2 ounces tequila blanco, 1/2 ounce agave nectar, and 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Step 4: Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice and garnish with 1 lime wheel on the rim before serving.

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