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Easy Skinny Spicy Margarita Recipe

Easy Skinny Spicy Margarita Recipe

A bright, light, and zesty skinny spicy margarita made with fresh lime, crisp blanco tequila, a touch of agave, and a jalapeño kick—finished with a Tajín rim. Ready in minutes.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 oz blanco tequila
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice about 1 medium lime
  • 0.5 oz orange liqueur Cointreau or triple sec
  • 0.25 oz agave nectar adjust to taste
  • 2 slice jalapeño seeded for less heat
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 wedge lime for rimming glass and garnish
  • 1 teaspoon chili-lime seasoning Tajín, for rim

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Rim a rocks glass by running a lime wedge around the edge, then dip the rim into chili-lime seasoning. Fill the glass with ice.
  • In a cocktail shaker, lightly muddle 1 jalapeño slice to release heat (skip muddling for milder spice).
  • Add tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, agave nectar, and ice to the shaker. Shake vigorously until chilled, about 10 to 15 seconds.
  • Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with the remaining jalapeño slice and the lime wedge. Taste and adjust sweetness or heat as desired.

Notes

For extra skinny, swap agave for a zero-calorie sweetener. Use reposado tequila for a smoother, vanilla note. Control the spice level by removing jalapeño seeds or skipping the muddle step.