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Pomegranate Margaritas

Pomegranate margaritas deliver a bright burst of sweet tart juice against crisp tequila and fresh lime, finished with a zesty salted rim and jewel like seeds that pop between the teeth.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Pomegranate Margaritas
Total
15 min
Prep
15 min
Serves
6

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
156
Carbs
14g
Fiber
0g
Sugar
12g
Sodium
7mg

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt (optional)
  • 1 cup white tequila, chilled
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice, chilled
  • 1/2 cup lime juice, plus 1 lime wedge
  • 1/4 cup Triple Sec
  • 2 tbsp simple syrup (see Tip)
  • Ice cubes
  • Pomegranate seeds, for garnish
  • Lime slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle lime zest on a small plate and combine with salt (if using).
  2. Combine tequila, pomegranate juice, lime juice, Triple Sec and simple syrup in a pitcher.
  3. Rub the rims of 6 glasses with the lime wedge and dip in the zest (or zest-salt mixture). Fill the glasses with ice and top with about 1/2 cup margarita mixture each. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and lime, if desired.