Simple On-the-Rocks Margarita with Lime Zest

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A straightforward margarita served on the rocks with a hint of fresh lime zest to enhance citrus notes. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, Cointreau 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: Fill a rocks glass with 1 cup of ice cubes and set aside to chill.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz blanco tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1 oz Cointreau.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
  4. Step 4: Pour the mixture over the ice in the rocks glass.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tsp of fresh lime zest on top and garnish with 1 lime wedge on the rim for added aroma.

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