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This Skinny Margarita is light, crisp, and naturally sweetened with agave nectar. Made with tequila and fresh lime juice, it’s a simple, refreshing drink that’s perfect anytime.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple: Easy to make with no special bartending skills needed.
- Balanced Flavor: Sweet agave and tart lime create a fresh, smooth taste.
- Customizable: Adjust the sweetness or tartness to your liking.
- Perfect for One: Makes just the right amount with no leftovers.
There’s something about this skinny margarita that feels instantly refreshing—the bright burst of lime, the smoothness of good tequila, and just enough agave to round it out without weighing it down.
Every sip tastes clean and crisp, never too sweet, making it the perfect drink when you want something simple, light, and full of fresh flavor. I love how it always feels like a little moment of celebration and I’m excited to share my recipe with you.
Looking for more single serving cocktails? Try our Moscow Mule, Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri, Tequila Sunrise, Aperol Spritz, or Mint Julep.
Featured Comment
“My husband offered to make me something , so since this is Cinco de Mayo, I decided on this recipe and it’s delicious! …”
– Janice
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this single serving skinny margarita recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Tequila: Use a good-quality blanco or silver tequila for the best flavor. For a non-alcoholic version, use a tequila-flavored syrup.
- Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice is best, but bottled lime juice can be used if needed.
- Agave Nectar: Adds natural sweetness. Simple syrup or honey can be used as substitutes.
- Salt (optional): Use sea salt or kosher salt for rimming the glass. Flavored salts are a fun option too.
Recipe Variations
Try these simple ways to change up your cocktail:
- Fruit Margarita: Blend in fresh strawberries, mango, or other fruits.
- Spicy Margarita: Muddle a jalapeño slice before adding the other ingredients.
- Herbal Margarita: Shake with a sprig of basil or cilantro for a fresh flavor.
How To Make A Skinny Margarita
- Mix the ingredients: In a shaker or glass, combine tequila and lime juice. In a separate cup, stir agave nectar with a little water until dissolved, then add it to the shaker.
- Add ice and shake: Fill the shaker or glass with ice and shake for about 30 seconds until chilled.
- Serve: Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Expert Tips
- Tequila: Buy small, individual bottles to avoid purchasing a full-sized bottle you may not use.
- No Triple Sec: This recipe skips triple sec to keep sugar low. If you want a hint of orange flavor, add a splash of orange juice.
- Sweetness: Agave nectar adds natural sweetness. Adjust with orange juice if you prefer more citrus flavor.
- Adjust to Taste: Add more lime juice if it’s too sweet, or more agave if it’s too tart.
What To Serve With A Margarita
Pair your margarita with one of these easy, flavorful dishes:
- Pico de Gallo or Queso and Chips
- Shrimp Tacos
- Beef Enchiladas
- For more ideas, check out our Cinco de Mayo recipes
Frequently Asked Questions
A traditional margarita glass is great, but a short rocks glass works just as well.
Absolutely! Just double the ingredients to make two drinks instead of one.
Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip the rim into a plate of coarse kosher salt or margarita salt to coat it evenly.
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Skinny Margarita
Equipment
- cocktail shaker or glass
Ingredients
- 1 ounce tequila
- 1 ounce lime juice
- ½ ounce agave nectar
- ½ ounce water
- ¾ cup crushed or cubed ice
Instructions
- In a shaker or glass, combine tequila and lime juice. In a separate cup, stir agave nectar with a little water until dissolved, then add it to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker or glass with ice and shake for about 30 seconds until chilled.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- Tequila: Buy small, individual bottles to avoid purchasing a full-sized bottle you may not use.
- No Triple Sec: This recipe skips triple sec to keep sugar low. If you want a hint of orange flavor, add a splash of orange juice.
- Sweetness: Agave nectar adds natural sweetness. Adjust with orange juice if you prefer more citrus flavor.
- Adjust to Taste: Add more lime juice if it’s too sweet, or more agave if it’s too tart.
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.
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