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

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Ingredients for Watermelon Mint Margaritas

4 cups cubed watermelon
Fresh Lime Juice
Coarse sugar, for rimming glasses
1/2 cup tequila
Lime Zest
Fresh Mint Leaves
Mint Sprig

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How to Make Watermelon Mint Margaritas

Cut 4 cups cubed watermelon and place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until solid.
Rub a lime wedge around the rims of 4 cocktail glasses.
Dip the rims in coarse sugar.
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.
Blend until smooth and slushy, adding more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
Pour into prepared glasses.
Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and a lime wedge (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

Carbs

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Course Main Ingredient Beverages Fruit Cocktails Melons

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Watermelon Mint Margaritas?

Watermelon Mint Margaritas takes about 270 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 250 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Watermelon Mint Margaritas?

Watermelon Mint Margaritas has approximately 78.7 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Watermelon Mint Margaritas?

The key ingredients for Watermelon Mint Margaritas are Watermelon, Fresh Lime Juice, Sugar, Tequila, Lime Zest, Fresh Mint Leaves. See the full list with measurements above.