Salt-Rimmed Margarita on the Rocks

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A simple yet perfectly balanced margarita served over ice with a salted rim for a classic, refreshing flavor profile. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together white tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur 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 165 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: 5 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 165 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rub the rim of an old-fashioned glass with a lime wedge and dip it into kosher salt to create a salted rim.
  2. Step 2: Fill the glass with 1 cup ice cubes and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz white tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1 oz orange liqueur.
  4. Step 4: Stir the mixture gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds until well combined and chilled.
  5. Step 5: Pour the mixture over the ice in the prepared glass.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim and serve.

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