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A salt-rimmed margarita glass filled with a refreshing red Watermelon Margarita, garnished with a lime wedge. Slices of watermelon and lime are visible in the background.

Watermelon Margaritas

These Watermelon Margaritas are easy, refreshing, and mouthwatering! Perfect for all your summer gatherings or just for sipping on the porch.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups watermelon, cubed and frozen
  • 1 cup tequila blanco, white
  • ½ cup agave nectar
  • ¼ cup orange liqueur, i.e., Grand Marnier
  • ¼ cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • ice, crushed, for serving

Instructions

  • Do ahead: In a pitcher, stir together the tequila, agave, orange liqueur, and lime juice. Place in fridge to chill.
  • When ready to serve, place frozen watermelon cubes in a sturdy blender and blend until mostly smooth - small bits of fruit will remain.
  • Gently stir watermelon into the chilled tequila mixture. Divide crushed ice into 4 glasses and pour margaritas into glasses. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use frozen watermelon cubes instead of ice to keep your margaritas thick, slushy, and full of watermelon flavor without watering them down.
  • Mix the tequila, agave nectar, orange liqueur, and lime juice ahead of time and keep it chilled. This way, when it’s time to serve, you just need to blend in the frozen watermelon.
  • Choose a ripe, sweet watermelon for the best natural flavor. The sweeter your watermelon, the less extra sweetener you’ll need.
  • If you’d like to salt the rims, run a lime wedge around each glass and dip in kosher salt. When pouring, aim for the center of the glass so the drink doesn’t wash too much salt inside.
  • These margaritas are best served immediately for a frosty texture. If they start to melt, add a handful of crushed ice and give them a quick stir.
  • Store any leftover frozen watermelon cubes in a freezer-safe bag so you’re always ready for another batch.
  • This recipe is part of our Cocktail Recipes Collection.
  • We love sipping Watermelon Margaritas with Grilled Steak Tacos.  or some Grilled Lemon Chicken.
 
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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg
Course: cocktails
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Vegetarian
Method: Mixing