Watermelon Mint Margaritas Recipe

Escape the heat with these refreshing Watermelon Mint Margaritas! A vibrant and delicious cocktail (easily made kid-friendly – see note below!), perfect for using up leftover watermelon. This Southern Living-inspired recipe is bursting with summery flavor. Impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing drink!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 250 mins
Calories 78.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Watermelon Mint Margaritas

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How to Make Watermelon Mint Margaritas

  1. Cut 4 cups cubed watermelon and place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  2. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until solid.
  3. Rub a lime wedge around the rims of 4 cocktail glasses.
  4. Dip the rims in coarse sugar.
  5. Combine frozen watermelon, 1/2 cup tequila, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup agave nectar, 1/4 cup water, and 1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves in a blender.
  6. Blend until smooth and slushy, adding more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
  7. Pour into prepared glasses.
  8. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and a lime wedge (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

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Course Main Ingredient Beverages Fruit Cocktails Melons