Salsa Verde Margarita with Fresh Cilantro

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A refreshing margarita that incorporates fresh salsa verde and cilantro for a savory, vibrant twist. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, salsa verde (mild) 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 180 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 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Lightly muddle 6 fresh cilantro leaves in the bottom of a cocktail shaker to release their aroma.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz blanco tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz mild salsa verde, and 1/2 oz agave syrup to the shaker.
  3. Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Step 4: Rim a rocks glass with lime and kosher salt, then fill it with fresh ice cubes.
  5. Step 5: Double strain the cocktail into the prepared glass to remove bits of cilantro and ice shards.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a small sprig of cilantro and a thin lime wheel placed on the rim for an inviting presentation.

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