Tequila-Lime Margarita with Agave Nectar
A vibrant and tangy margarita that highlights fresh lime juice combined with smooth tequila and natural agave nectar sweetness. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together tequila blanco, fresh lime juice, agave nectar 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila blanco
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
- 1 oz triple sec
- for rimming coarse salt
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 for garnish lime wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge and dip the rim into coarse salt to create a salted edge. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1/2 oz agave nectar, and 1 oz triple sec.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Step 4: Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice cubes and strain the margarita mixture over the ice.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1 lime wheel on the glass rim and serve chilled.
