30 of Our Best Margarita Recipes

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30 of Our Best Margarita Recipes1/30 Classic Margarita 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A classic margarita recipe doesn’t need anything other than tequila, Triple Sec and fresh lime juice. When you’re making the cocktail, make sure you squeeze the limes correctly for the ultimate freshness. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 206 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 2/30 Texas Red River Margaritas 1 Review Test

3/30 Amaretto Margarita 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total

Kitchen Approved Texas Red River Margaritas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I lived in Texas, I decided to create a cocktail that represented my new home. I’ve found that blood orange juice works just as well as the grapefruit juice in this spicy margarita recipe. —Danny Schneider, Omaha, NE Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 421 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 74g carbohydrate (60g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 3/30 Amaretto Margarita 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total

Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With this amaretto margarita, add a touch of Italian flair to the classic lime drink. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 260 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Taste of Home Frozen Sriracha-Mango MargaritaThe sweetness of the fruit helps offset the spiciness of the Sriracha, giving this mango margarita a unique and fun twist. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Get Recipe 4/30 5/30 Frozen Margarita Mousse 3 Reviews

It’s easy to put together and the freezer does all the work

Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who doesn’t love a frozen margarita? This creamy frozen mousse combines ready-to-drink margarita mix and whipped topping (you could use this whipped topping substitute instead). It’s easy to put together and the freezer does all the work. Garnish with additional crushed pretzels and kosher salt to enhance the sweet and salty flavor. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 490 calories, 17g fat (13g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 207mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (63g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Grapefruit MargaritaWhen you add

a drizzle of grenadine to your finished grapefruit margarita, it sinks to the bottom of the glass, creating a beautiful sunset look. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Get Recipe 6/30 Taste of Home Caribbean Blue MargaritaFor a fun spin on a classic cocktail, substitute Blue Curacao for Triple Sec. The vibrant blue margarita will make you think you’re on the shores of the Caribbean. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Get Recipe 7/30 8/30 Frozen Ginger-Raspberry Margarita Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

This cocktail is perfect for spring or summer parties

Ginger and lime form a wonderful flavor combination, so I thought I’d try adding them to my raspberry margarita. This cocktail is perfect for spring or summer parties. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 360 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 9g fiber), 2g protein. 9/30 Margarita Floats 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: On a hot afternoon, what could be better than a cold margarita float? The addition of creamy ice

cream really takes this treat to the next level

cream really takes this treat to the next level. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 margarita: 372 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 83mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (46g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 10/30 Blue Lagoon Margaritas 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Blue Lagoon Margaritas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one super drink that’ll have the neighbors asking, “What’s that?” Show them and make an extra batch to share. —Willie DeWaard, Coralville, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 205 calories, 0

Melon Margarita Recipe photo by Taste of

fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 5mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 11/30 Refreshing Beer Margaritas 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m always surprised when people say they didn’t know this drink existed. It’s a really refreshing cocktail, and it’s easy to double or triple the recipe. —Arianne Barnett, Kansas City, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 244 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 8mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Melon Margarita Recipe photo by Taste of

It’s very refreshing!

Home Melon MargaritaMelon liqueur dramatically changes the flavor and color of a classic margarita and also makes it sweeter. If you’d like your melon margarita a little more tart, cut back on the liqueur just a tiny bit. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Get Recipe 12/30 Frozen Coconut MargaritaTake your cocktail to the tropics with this coconut margarita. It’s very refreshing! —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Get Recipe 13/30 14/30 Frozen Strawberry-Basil Margarita Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fresh, fruity and oh, so cool,

this strawberry-basil margarita may be the perfect summer cocktail

this strawberry-basil margarita may be the perfect summer cocktail. —James Schend, Dairy Freed Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 256 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 3g fiber), 0 protein. 15/30 Fresh Lime Margaritas 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fresh Lime Margaritas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This basic fresh margarita recipe is easy to modify to your tastes. Try it frozen or with strawberries. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup (calculated without salt): 149 calories,

0 fat (0 saturated fat)

0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 16/30 Watermelon Margaritas Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Summer’s best flavors get frosty in the cocktail we serve at all our backyard shindigs. We mix sun-ripened watermelon and our favorite tequila drink with just the right amount of ice for a thick and boozy sipper that’s perfect when we’re grilling and chilling.—Alicia Cummings, Marshalltown, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 188 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol,

5mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein

5mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 17/30 Margarita Snow Cone Syrup Test Kitchen Approved Margarita Snow Cone Syrup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve tried pretty much every kind of margarita under the sun, but this snow cone version turns my favorite drink into even more of a party. —Monique Perez, Chicago, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 tablespoon: 29 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 18/30 Frozen Cherry Margaritas 5

This frozen cherry margarita is a favorite of mine

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When summer rolls around, I start thinking about all the fun drinks I can whip up to stay cool. This frozen cherry margarita is a favorite of mine. It’s so delicious, and the deep red color is amazing. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 155 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 19/30 Pomgaritas Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time

5 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

5 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pomegranate juice gives a tart and tasty twist to the traditional margarita. The ruby color is great for Christmas, but we enjoy the refreshing beverage all year long.—Bernice Knutson, Danbury, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 253 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 20/30 Margarita Sangria 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Margarita Sangria Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This sangria is reminiscent

of a margarita with its tequila and agave kick!

of a margarita with its tequila and agave kick! —Andrea Rivera, Westbury, New York Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 204 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. Taste of Home Frozen Blueberry-Mint MargaritaRefreshing and fruity, you need a frozen blueberry margarita in hand this summer. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor Get Recipe 21/30 22/30 Margarita Gelatin Shots Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone’s favorite cocktail becomes a celebratory shot! Serve this margarita gelatin shot recipe in

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