Loading...This avocado margarita may not be the first thing that springs to mind when you think of standard cocktails. But let me tell you something… this is one of the best blended margaritas I’ve ever had the pleasure to guzzle down.
Kicked-Up California Avocado Margarita
Total Time:
10min
Cook Time:
10min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
470
Calories
12
g
Total Fat
53
g
Total Carbs
3
g
Protein
1340
mg
Sodium
Ingredients
Serves:
2
| 1 1/2 | tsp. | sea salt |
| 1/4 | tsp. | ancho (or regular) chili powder |
| 2 | lime wedges | |
| 1 | ripe Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and cut into chunks | |
| 1 1/2 | cups | crushed ice |
| 3 | oz. | lime juice |
| 2 | tsp. | agave nectar |
| 4 | oz. | Tequila |
| 2 | oz. | triple sec |
| 3 | sprigs cilantro | |
| 2 | lime wedges, for garnish |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- On a plate, mix together the salt and chili pepper.
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of each margarita glass and turn each glass upside down into salt mixture, twisting gently until the rim is completely coated.
- In a blender, combine the avocado, crushed ice, agave nectar, tequila, triple sec and cilantro sprigs; blend until smooth.
- Pour the margarita into the prepared glasses. Garnish the rims of the glasses with lime wedges. Serve.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Copyright © 2013, Dara Michalski
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 470
Total Fat 12 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 1.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat 7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5 g
Total Carbs 53 g
Dietary Fiber 9 g
Total Sugar 31 g
Protein 3 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 1340 mg
Potassium 590 mg
Vitamin A 442 IU; Vitamin C 59 mg; Calcium 82 mg; Iron 1.4 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 84 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.12 g
% Daily Value*: Total Fat 18%; Vitamin A 8%; Vitamin C 100%; Calcium 8%; Iron 8%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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