Love margaritas and avocados? This Avocado Margarita recipe is your dream come true—creamy, delicious, and oh-so-refreshing!
Summer is in full swing, and that means drinks. I’ve been making avocado margaritas this summer because I’m a complete avocado maniac, and I like to think that I’m being healthy while I’m drinking tequila.
I love this recipe so much, I had to make sure that you all knew about it and gave it a try. If you are like me and love a good margarita, you should check out my Cadillac Margarita, Jalapeño Margarita, or Italian Margarita!
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Reasons to Love This Margarita
- This drink offers a refreshing twist with its creamy, rich texture and distinct avocado taste.
- Enjoy the indulgence of a cocktail with the added benefits of avocado’s nutrients in this Avocado Margarita.
- Avocado Margarita is both a refreshing drink and a light snack.
Recipe Ingredients
- Avocados: Velvety and rich, avocados provide a creamy texture, adding a unique flavor to the classic margarita.
- Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice offers a tangy and zesty taste, crucial for the margarita’s refreshing citrus notes.
- Jalapeño: Adds a subtle heat, balancing the creaminess and enhancing the overall flavor complexity.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
- Garnish Options: Consider adding a slice of lime, a sprinkle of Tajín, or a fresh cilantro sprig. These garnishes enhance the visual appeal and add bursts of flavor to your margarita.
- Cointreau Alternative: For a variation, you can substitute Cointreau with Grand Marnier or another high-quality orange liqueur. This switch will add a slightly richer and more complex citrus flavor. Additionally, Triple Sec or a splash of freshly squeezed orange juice can be used for a lighter, more refreshing twist.
- Syrup Substitution: For a slightly different sweetness take, you can substitute the agave nectar with honey or simple syrup.
How to Make Avocado Margarita
Step #1: Place the kosher salt on a shallow plate.
Step #2: Rub the rim of the glass with a cut lime. Do this for each of the four margarita glasses.
Step #3: One at a time, invert the glasses onto the shallow plate and wiggle back and forth to coat the rim evenly in salt.
Step #4: Place the avocados, lime juice, agave, Cointreau, jalapeño, and tequila into the pitcher of your blender. Top with ice (about 3 cups) and secure the lid.
Step #5: Insert the pitcher securely into the blender’s base.
Step #6: Blend the mixture by selecting the icy drinks/smoothies program.
Step #7: Divide the blended margaritas into the four prepared serving glasses.
Step #8: Garnish with lime wedges and serve.
Expert Tips
- Perfect Avocados: Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture. They should yield slightly to gentle pressure but not be overly soft.
- Fresh Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice is crucial for vibrant flavor—avoid bottled lime juice.
- Premium Spirits: Opt for a high-quality blanco tequila and orange liqueur (like Cointreau) to enhance the cocktail’s overall taste.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can substitute reposado tequila for silver tequila. This adds a slightly aged, smooth flavor to the original margarita’s essence.
Yes, you can easily scale up this margs recipe to make a batch for guests. Blend larger quantities of the ingredients and serve in a pitcher.
Storage Info
Freeze leftover margaritas in ice cube trays. Blend the cubes with a splash of fresh lime juice or tequila for a quick drink next time.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 4 lime wedges
- 2 avocados - halved, pitted, and peeled
- 3 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 jalapeno - stemmed and de-seeded
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar
- 4 oz Cointreau - or triple sec
- 8 ounces blanco tequila
Instructions
- Place the kosher salt on a shallow plate.
- Rub the rims of four serving glasses with a cut lime.
- One at a time, invert the glasses onto the shallow plate and wiggle back and forth to coat the rim evenly in salt.
- Place the avocados, lime juice, agave, Cointreau, jalapeño, and tequila into the pitcher of your blender. Top with ice (about 3 cups) and secure the lid.
- Insert the pitcher securely into the blender’s base.
- Blend the mixture by selecting the icy drinks/smoothies program.
- Divide the blended margaritas into the four prepared serving glasses.
- Garnish with lime wedges and serve.
NOTES
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Enjoy Responsibly. This post and recipe are intended for those of legal drinking age.
Never thought I’d blend avocado into a cocktail, but wow, it totally works!