3-Ingredient Skinny Margaritas
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Skinny margaritas let you enjoy the crowd-favorite tequila-based cocktail with fewer calories. Make them with just 3 ingredients!
You won’t need fancy ingredients or any cocktail equipment to make this 3-ingredient margarita recipe.
So get your plate of salt ready because this is the best Fresca Rita you’ll ever have.
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Skinny Margaritas
This homemade skinny margarita recipe is as refreshing and delicious as a classic margarita, minus the extra calories!
Forget about store-bought sweet and sour mix.
Make the best skinny margarita using only tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, and Fresca!
Why you will love these Skinny Margaritas
- This skinny margarita recipe with Fresca is so easy, you can make it at home right now! No need for a cocktail shaker or expensive ingredients.
- Crisp, bright, and absolutely delicious, it’s hard to believe that these skinny margaritas are made without refined sugar.
- Even those who swear they’re not fans of tequila will enjoy this easy skinny margarita recipe. It’s delicious as is, but you can customize it with your choice of sweetener, fruits, herbs, or even spicy peppers to create different margarita variations.
Ingredients for Fresca Margarita
Would you believe that these delicious margaritas just need 3 ingredients?
Silver Tequila – You can’t make skinny margaritas without tequila. Look for those labeled as silver, white, or Blanco.
Fresca soda – Instead of a margarita mix, we’ll use a sparkling, sugar-free, citrus-flavored soda for this simple skinny margarita recipe.
Fresh lime juice – This three-ingredient margarita gets its zesty kick from real lime juice, not pre-packaged lime juice.
Kosher salt – Who says homemade cocktails can’t be fun? It’ll be a sin not to serve your Fresca Rita in a glass with a rim of salt!
Crushed ice – This easy skinny margarita recipe skips the cocktail shaker. Just pour everything over ice and stir!
If you want it sweeter, you can make skinny margaritas with stevia simple syrup or agave nectar. Fruit juices like orange, grapefruit, or even pomegranate juice also make delicious add-ins to homemade margaritas, especially if you want something to cut through the tequila’s flavor.
For an eye-catching skinny margarita, mix up pieces of strawberries or mangoes at the bottom of the margarita glass.
And for the best-tasting margaritas, consider a slice of jalapeno pepper or a couple of basil leaves to add complexity to the drinks.
Tips For Making Skinny Margaritas
Adjust the amount of salt to your liking
Another way to salt the glass rim is to run a wedge of lime around it and only roll half of the rim in salt. You can also pour a very small amount of salt into the plate, so you’ll only get a thin lining around the rim when you dip the glass in the plate.
Have fun with the salt rim
Play around with your rim salt! Combine salt with chili powder or chamoy to take your skinny margarita’s flavor to the next level.
Get the most juice from your lime
The best skinny margarita recipe uses fresh-squeezed lime juice, not bottled lime juice. Make sure the lime is at room temperature, roll it back and forth on a flat surface with gentle pressure, and cut it lengthwise. You can also use a handheld citrus juicer!
Make a frozen Fresca Rita
For a frozen margarita, blend the margarita ingredients, some ice cubes, and frozen fruits in a blender. This three-ingredient margarita will be delicious with frozen blueberries, strawberries, and mangoes.
FAQ for Skinny Margaritas
Can I use a different type of soda instead of Fresca?
Absolutely! You can use other clear, sugar-free sodas like Sprite Zero in place of Fresca for these skinny margaritas.
Can you put Sprite in a margarita?
Of course! Sprite makes a good alternative for Fresca in this margarita recipe. Just opt for Sprite Zero to keep the drink sugar-free.
Can I make these margaritas in advance?
Sure! You can make skinny margaritas up to 4 hours in advance; just don’t pour it over the ice yet. Then, cover the glass with plastic wrap and keep the skinny margarita in the fridge. Before serving, don’t forget to give the drink a quick stir!
What makes a skinny margarita skinny?
A skinny margarita is “skinny” because it’s made without refined sugar. Instead, skinny margaritas are sweetened with natural or low-calorie sweeteners.
How much sugar is in a skinny margarita?
A one fl oz skinny margarita has about 1 gram of sugar, depending on the recipe.
What’s a spicy skinny margarita?
A spicy skinny margarita is a skinny margarita with a kick from jalapeno slices.
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3-Ingredient Skinny Margaritas
Equipment
- 1 Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 oz Silver Tequila
- 3 oz Fresca soda
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Kosher salt for garnish
- Crushed ice for serving
Instructions
- Dip the top of a lowball glass in a bowl of water, then into a plate of salt, moving it side to side until the rim is evenly coated.
- Next, add crushed ice to the glass.
- Pour in the Tequila, Fresca soda, and a squeeze of lime.
- Give your skinny margarita a quick stir, garnish the glass with a slice of lime, and enjoy!
Notes
- Another way to salt the glass rim is to run a wedge of lime around it and only roll half of the rim in salt. You can also pour a very small amount of salt into the plate, so you’ll only get a thin lining around the rim when you dip the glass in the plate.
- Play around with your rim salt! Combine salt with chili powder or chamoy to take your skinny margarita’s flavor to the next level.
- The best skinny margarita recipe uses fresh-squeezed lime juice, not bottled lime juice. Make sure the lime is at room temperature, roll it back and forth on a flat surface with gentle pressure, and cut it lengthwise. You can also use a handheld citrus juicer!
- For a frozen margarita, blend the margarita ingredients, some ice cubes, and frozen fruits in a blender. This three-ingredient margarita will be delicious with frozen blueberries, strawberries, and mangoes.
Updated in March 2024 with new photos and minor recipe adjustments for improved quality. Enjoy!
Light and refreshing.
Hi Cara, I’m glad you found this margarita light and refreshing!🙌🏾
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Thanks for linking to Whimsy Wednesday! I featured your Margaritas (my favorite drink) in my roundup post this week! You can see the post here…
http://www.ohmy-creative.com/recipe/festive-mexican-fiesta-recipes/
Hope to see you again tonight! Susan
Thank you for the feature Susan!
That looks so refreshing and yummy too! I just pinned this to my ‘It’s 5 o’clock somewhere’ board!
If you have a minute to spare I’d be thrilled if you could share your post at my weekly Say G’day Link Party! It has just started and this would be a fabulous addition.
Best wishes for a happy weekend,
Natasha in Oz
Thanks so much for stopping by and for pinning!
Um, yum! I love margaritas, but could totally do without all the calories. I am loving your skinny version! THanks for sharing at this week’s Wednesday Whatsits!
I totally hear ya Rachel – I try to cut out as many calories and sugar in my beverages. No one likes drinking all their calories!
Seriously beautiful drink- what a great blend for the warmer months.
Thank you Gina! It’s perfect for a quick one to throw together
I wish it was acceptable to have one of these for lunch
it’s not?? 😉 i won’t tell!