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To get the watermelon flavor to really come through in this thirst-quencher, you'll whir an ample amount of ripe cubed melon (seedless is best) in a blender with a little kosher salt. Be sure to strain through a fine-mesh sieve to avoid any pulp in the drink.
Recipe Details
Fresh Watermelon Margaritas Recipe
Ingredients
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4 1/2 cups seedless watermelon cut into rough 1 1/2-inch cubes (about 1 1/2 pounds cubed fruit)
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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3 ounces (6 tablespoons) fresh juice from 5 to 6 limes
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1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur
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6 ounces (3/4 cup) silver tequila (100 agave)
Directions
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Add watermelon, salt, lime juice, St. Germain, and tequila to a blender. Puree until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher, using the bottom of a ladle or a rubber spatula to press liquid through strainer.
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Mixture can be served immediately or sealed and chilled for up to five hours in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, fill three serving glasses with ice, re-stir mixture, and and divide evenly between glasses. Serve immediately.
Notes
To double recipe, work in two separate batches in the blender and strainer.
Special Equipment
Blender, fine-mesh strainer
Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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342 | Calories |
1g | Fat |
71g | Carbs |
2g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 3 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 342 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 1g | 1% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 111mg | 5% |
Total Carbohydrate 71g | 26% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
Total Sugars 60g | |
Protein 2g | |
Vitamin C 37mg | 183% |
Calcium 21mg | 2% |
Iron 1mg | 4% |
Potassium 295mg | 6% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |