Spicy Cucumber Skinny Margarita

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Ingredients for Spicy Cucumber Skinny Margarita

Spicy Cucumber Skinny Margarita

A crisp, garden-fresh spin on the classic margarita — cool cucumber and bright lime keep it light, while a touch of jalapeño brings the heat without the sugar.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 140kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 oz blanco tequila sub: mezcal for a smoky edge
  • 1 oz fresh cucumber juice (or 3–4 cucumber slices muddled)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz jalapeño monk-fruit syrup sub: plain monk-fruit syrup + dash hot sauce
  • Ice as needed
  • Optional: salt or Tajín for the rim

Instructions

  • Combine tequila, cucumber juice, lime juice, and jalapeño syrup in a cocktail shaker.
  • Fill the shaker two-thirds with ice, seal, and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until frosty.
  • Optional: rim a chilled glass with lime juice and salt or Tajín.
  • Fill the glass with fresh ice and strain the margarita over it.
  • Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and a floated jalapeño slice. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 140kcal
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About This Dish

A crisp, garden-fresh spin on the classic margarita — cool cucumber and bright lime keep it light, while a touch of jalapeño brings the heat without the sugar.

Health Benefits

  • Monk-fruit syrup replaces sugary triple sec, keeping this cocktail under 3 grams of net carbs.
  • Fresh cucumber and lime add hydrating electrolytes and vitamin C alongside the tequila.
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