This Skinny Margarita is fresh and so flavorful! It’s made with tequila, lime juice, agave nectar, and a splash of water. Lower in carbs, calories, and sugar than traditional margarita
If you’re craving a good skinny margarita, look no further. This easy to make margarita recipe is low in calories and incredibly delicious too!
I’ve never been one to keep up with food holidays. In case you’re wondering, food holidays are actually days which are set aside to celebrate a particular food.
I’m not sure who gets to decide which food gets “assigned” to which day, but someone clearly does.
I missed National “Italian Food” Day, which by the way was February 13th and I know I won’t remember National Pancake Day (March 4th), until the day of.
But there is one food holiday that’s circled on my calendar and that’s National Margarita Day which just so happens to be this week.
A cutesy event to celebrate. But to be honest, I have never in my life needed an excuse to make a margarita.
In fact, I think we should just declare every Friday at 5 pm to be National Margarita Day, what do you think?
Margarita
A few years ago, my husband and I were on a “quest” to find the best margarita recipe and thought we would tackle it as a “weekend project”.
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Over the course of two evenings, we experimented with various margarita recipes and came to the conclusion that we love our margaritas when they are simple.
When we eat out at our favorite Mexican restaurants, we always order “skinny margaritas” because we don’t like all of the sugary mixes and additions.
How To Make A Skinny Margarita
Our version is most definitely a skinny margarita.
We use tequila, a little lime juice, some agave nectar and water. Simple and sweet.
This margarita recipe may not be as traditional as others but we love it.
In many margarita recipes, triple sec is added. I don’t like using this ingredient in my margaritas because of it’s high sugar content. An ounce of triple sec contains almost 11 grams of sugar. I’ve tried adding a splash of orange juice instead but I really don’t think it’s necessary.
This margarita is fairly sweet because of the agave. If you prefer an orange flavor in your margaritas, by all means add in a touch of orange juice and adjust it according to your tastes.
Consider this recipe a base recipe. If you find it too sweet, add a touch more lime. Too tart, add more agave.
Pro Tip: I like to buy the small bottles of tequila that are often found in liquor stores. The same ones that you might see on an airplane. That way you don’t have to purchase a big bottle.
Enjoy!
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Skinny Margarita Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 0 minutes0 minutesTotal Time: 5 minutesServings: 1 servingCalories: 116kcalIngredients
- 1 ounce tequila
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1/2 ounce agave nectar
- 1/2 ounce water
- 3/4 cup crushed or cubed ice
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker or a wide glass, combine the tequila and the lime juice. In a separate cup, whisk together the agave nectar and water. Add to the shaker or glass.
- Add the ice and shake or stir for 30 seconds.
- Pour into glass and serve immediately.
Notes
To salt-rim a glass, rub a cut lime around the rim of a stemmed goblets. Fill a saucer with salt. Dip goblet, upside down, into salt. This recipe makes 1 skinny margarita. It can easily be doubled.Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Sodium: 2mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 8.5mg Tried this recipe?Mention @OneDishKitchen or tag #onedishkitchen!
Ingredients
- 1 ounce tequila
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1/2 ounce agave nectar
- 1/2 ounce water
- 3/4 cup crushed or cubed ice
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker or a wide glass, combine the tequila and the lime juice. In a separate cup, whisk together the agave nectar and water. Add to the shaker or glass.
- Add the ice and shake or stir for 30 seconds.
- Pour into glass and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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This is PERFECT! I love margaritas, but sometimes I’ll be drinking a glass of wine and my husband will mention he reallyyyy wants a margarita (they’re his faves!). During those times, I don’t want to make an entire pitcher, but this margarita recipe is the perfect solution! I never use mixes either!
This is the perfect margarita recipe! And I love that it’s small batch!
My husband offered to make me something , so since this is Cinco de Mayo, I decided on this recipe and its delicious! I’m not a fan of the syrupy mixes and love the lime flavor!
What a great husband! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Janice. I’m not a fan of the sugary-sweet mixes either and love the fresh taste of this one.
Oh my gosh, yes please! I am a tacos & margaritas kind of girl! My husband is on Keto so a lower carb/lower sugar option is amazing to have. Thanks so much!
This looks delish, but I’m going to have to stick with the virgin version until this bundle of joy arrives!
Margaritas are my husband’s specialty. I love that there are such a wide variety of recipes to bring new flavors together and change things up. I love the beauty and simplicity of your delicious Margarita recipe. You have gorgeous photography – I want to pick up that glass and have a sip!
Love margaritas but whenever I make them at home they just never turn out like they do in restaurants so I’m excited to try this recipe!
Just what I needed for Marg Day!!! I love good recipes vs buying the jug.
xo
Taylor
Oooh! Yummy! These make me excited for warm weather!
I recently discovered my love for margaritas, so this recipe will definitely be coming in handy! Love that it’s on the skinnier side, too 🙂
Margaritas are my weakness! But now I won’t feel bad about this lightened up version…also that Key Lime pie for one looks amazing
I can’t wait to celebrate National Margarita Day! Will definitely be trying out this recipe 😉
This sounds so yummy! I’m bookmarking for my next girls night!!!
Xo Mindy