JEWEL'S WATERMELON MARGARITAS

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This is the non-frozen version of my watermelon margaritas. These are so amazing and refreshing on hot summer days. To make a virgin version, omit the tequila and use a lemon-lime soda.

Provided by RainbowJewels

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Tequila Drinks Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup white sugar
½ cup water
3 strips orange zest
2 cups cubed seeded watermelon
¾ cup white tequila
¼ cup lime juice
1 pinch salt or sugar for rimming glasses
1 lime, cut into wedges
2 cups crushed ice, or as needed

Steps:

  • Bring 1/2 cup sugar, water, and orange zest in a small saucepan to boil, stirring constantly. Simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove simple syrup from heat and allow to cool completely.
  • Place watermelon in a blender or food processor. Pulse until pureed.
  • Stir watermelon puree into a large pitcher with simple syrup, tequila, and lime juice.
  • Place a small amount of salt or sugar into a saucer. Rub edge of margarita glasses with a lime wedge to moisten. Lightly dip the rim of the glass into the saucer to rim the glass; tap off excess salt or sugar.
  • Fill rimmed glasses with crushed ice; pour margarita mixture into glasses and garnish with lime wedges to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, Sodium 41.9 mg, Sugar 30.2 g

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