Refreshing Frozen Watermelon Margarita Recipe with Lime and Basil Perfect for Summer
A bright and tangy frozen watermelon margarita with fresh lime juice and basil, perfect for cooling down on hot summer days. This easy recipe blends simple ingredients into a refreshing, slushy cocktail with a subtle herbal twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (450g) frozen seedless watermelon cubes
- 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lime juice
- 8–10 small fresh basil leaves, gently torn
- 1/2 cup (120ml) tequila blanco
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar
- 1 cup (240ml) ice cubes
- Coarse salt for rimming glasses (optional)
- Extra basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Freeze the watermelon cubes for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Juice 2-3 fresh limes to yield 1/4 cup (60ml) lime juice and strain to remove seeds and pulp.
- Gently tear 8-10 small basil leaves to release oils.
- In a high-speed blender, combine frozen watermelon cubes, fresh lime juice, torn basil leaves, tequila blanco, agave nectar, and ice cubes.
- Pulse to break up ice and fruit, then blend on high for 30-45 seconds until smooth and slushy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with more agave nectar or add a splash of water or lime juice if too thick; blend briefly again if needed.
- Rub a lime wedge around the rims of serving glasses and dip into coarse salt to coat.
- Pour the frozen margarita into the glasses and garnish with a fresh basil leaf and lime wedge. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use frozen watermelon cubes for best texture to avoid watery drinks. Tear basil leaves gently to avoid bitterness. Chill glasses before serving to keep the drink colder longer. Adjust agave nectar to balance sweetness and acidity. For a non-alcoholic version, omit tequila and add sparkling water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 ounces (240ml) per
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 16.5
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 22.5
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 0.5
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