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Strawberry Basil Margarita Recipe

Try this refreshing Strawberry Basil Margarita recipe for a delightful twist on the classic cocktail. Fresh basil is muddled with strawberries, then mixed with tequila, honey simple syrup, lime juice, and triple sec. Ready in just about 5 minutes, this summer tequila cocktail is a must-try!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverages
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2
Calories 282 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the lime salt:

  • 4 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest, plus one lime wedge

For The Margarita:

  • 12 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced, plus more for garnish
  • 10-12 fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
  • 2 ounces lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 ounces honey simple syrup , or simple syrup
  • 4 ounces of silver tequila, or your favorite tequila blanco
  • 1 ounce of orange liqueur
  • Ice cubes

Instructions
 

On The Rocks:

  • Place kosher salt and lime zest on a shallow plate. Mix to combine.
  • Run the lime wedge around the rim of a margarita or rock glass and press the rim into the salt-lime mixture to adhere.
  • In a cocktail shaker, muddle together strawberries, basil, lime juice, and honey simple syrup.
  • Add tequila and orange liquor and shake until combined. Add ice and shake for another 30 seconds. Give it a taste and if preferred, add in more simple syrup and shake one last time.
  • Strain margarita into the prepared glass. Garnish with fresh strawberries, basil leaves, and a slice of lime.

Frozen:

  • Place kosher salt and lime zest on a shallow plate. Mix to combine.
  • Run the lime wedge around the rim of a margarita or rock glass and press the rim into the salt-lime mixture to adhere.
  • Place strawberries, basil leaves, lime juice, simple syrup, tequila, orange liquor, and a cup of ice cubes into a blender. Blend on high speed until all the ingredients are pulverized.
  • Pour into margarita glasses and garnish with fresh strawberries and basil leaves.

Nutrition

Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 175mgFiber: 2gSugar: 29gVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Strawberry Basil Margarita Recipe
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