Zesty Cilantro Lime Fiesta

Add a burst of fresh flavor to your traditional margarita with this Cilantro Lime Margarita recipe. The combination of zesty lime and aromatic cilantro creates a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that will enliven your taste buds. Perfect for entertaining or simply unwinding after a long day, this unique margarita is sure to become a new favorite.

Zesty Cilantro Lime Fiesta

A refreshing and vibrant margarita infused with zesty lime and aromatic cilantro, perfect for any occasion.

4.42 from 52 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves and/or stems
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 ounces tequila
  • pinch of salt
  • cubed or crushed ice

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine cilantro, lime juice, water, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
  2. Allow the juice to settle, then remove any foam that has formed on the top.
  3. Strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer to remove any remaining foam.
  4. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice, then add the cilantro lime juice, tequila, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Shake well and strain the mixture into a glass filled with crushed or cubed ice.