Easy Fresh Watermelon Margaritas
These Easy Fresh Watermelon Margaritas are guaranteed to become your go-to summer drink all season long. Grab a watermelon and let’s get this party started!
Ingredients
- 4 C Watermelon fresh or frozen as desired
- 3 Limes juiced
- 8 oz Tequila
- Sweetner of Chocie optional
- Sliced Watermelon, limes, salt or sugar to garnish the rims optional
Instructions
Prepare the Watermelon
- If you are making frozen margaritas, cube and freeze your watermelon for about 4 hours.
- If you are making non-frozen margaritas blend the watermelon and strain the resulting juice if desired.
Making the Margarita
- In a small pitcher, combine the prepared watermelon, lime juice, tequila, and sweetener if desired and stir.
- Pour into prepared glasses and enjoy!
Notes
Adding Sweetener – We all know sometimes watermelons are not as sweet as we want them to be. When I find I get one that needs just a little bit of help, I will add a few teaspoon of a liquid sweetener like agave, honey, or even simple syrup. Just add a little bit at a time until you get the right amount of sweetness.
Adding Heat – While it’s not for everyone, I like I muddle a few slices of jalapeno with the lime juice before adding it to the margaritas. Then it adds a little bit of unexpected heat that makes these even more delicious, especially if you aren’t one who likes things on the sweeter side.
Do you Strain the Watermelon?
This is a total preference. I will always seed my watermelon full of black seeds if they are present and most of the white ones before I freeze and blend the watermelon. I do NOT strain the watermelon when I am making them frozen because I personally like the texture it adds.
However, if you want it over ice and want a smoother drink, I recommend straining the watermelon juice once you blend it. I also wouldn’t freeze it if you plan to strain it because it will make it harder to strain the watermelon juice.
Nutrition
Calories: 225kcal
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