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    Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo

    Published: Apr 3, 2013 · Modified: Apr 26, 2022 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 35 Comments

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    Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo by Cookin' Canuck #recipe #avocado #cincodemayo

    Cinco de Mayo may still be a month away, but it’s never too early to start thinking of margaritas, mole, Mexican slaw…well, you get the picture.

    A Cinco de Mayo feast simply isn’t complete without avocado. Lots and lots of avocados. May through October is the prime growing season for the creamy, heart-healthy fruit and we eat so many during this time that it will only be a matter of time before our skin starts to turn green.

    Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo by Cookin' Canuck #recipe #avocado #cincodemayo

    This avocado margarita may not be the first thing that springs to mind when you think of standard Mexican cocktails. But let me tell you something…this is one of the best blended margaritas I’ve ever had the pleasure to guzzle down. There was no ladylike sipping involved. It was just too good for that!

    Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo by Cookin' Canuck #recipe #avocado #cincodemayo

    These margaritas were so easy that they practically made themselves. The first step is to rim the glasses with a little kicked-up salt, which is a mixture of sea salt and chili powder. Next, cut up one avocado, following the tips in How to: Prepare an Avocado. Blend the avocado with crushed ice, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, tequila and triple sec.

    Get down to guzzling…um, sipping.

    How to make avocado margarita:

    Salted rim:

    On a plate, mix together the salt and chili pepper.

    Run a lime wedge around the rim of each margarita glass and turn each glass upside down into salt mixture. Turn the glass until the rim is completely coated.

    Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo by Cookin' Canuck #recipe #avocado #cincodemayo

    The margarita:

    In a blender, combine the avocado, crushed ice, agave nectar, tequila, triple sec and cilantro springs. Blend until smooth.

    Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo by Cookin' Canuck #recipe #avocado #cincodemayo

    Pour the margarita into the two prepared glasses. Garnish the rims of the glasses with lime wedges. Serve.

    Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo by Cookin' Canuck #recipe #avocado #cincodemayo

    Other recipes for Cinco de Mayo:

    Mexican Slaw with Mango, Avocado & Cumin Dressing
    Fish Tacos with Creamy Green Chile & Cilantro Sauce
    Healthy Black Bean Dip
    Egg & Avocado Breakfast Quesadillas
    Jicama Carrot Slaw with Honey Lime Dressing

    Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo

    This creamy, but light tasting margarita makes a fantastic addition to a Cinco de Mayo (or any) party. Rim the glass with a kick-up chili sea salt.
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    Course: Beverages
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: Avocado Cocktail
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 Margaritas
    Calories: 433kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    Salted Rim:

    • 1 ½ tablespoons sea salt
    • ¼ - ½ teaspoon ancho or regular chili powder
    • 2 lime wedges

    The Margarita:

    • 1 California avocado cut into pieces
    • 1 ½ cups crushed ice
    • 3 ounces lime juice
    • 2 teaspoons agave nectar
    • 4 ounces tequila
    • 2 ounces triple sec
    • 3 spring cilantro
    • 2 lime wedges for garnish
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    Instructions

    Salted Rim:

    • On a plate, mix together the salt and chili pepper.
    • Run a lime wedge around the rim of each margarita glass and turn each glass upside down into salt mixture. Turn the glass until the rim is completely coated.

    The Margarita:

    • In a blender, combine the avocado, crushed ice, agave nectar, tequila, triple sec and cilantro springs. Blend until smooth.
    • Pour the margarita into the two prepared glasses. Garnish the rims of the glasses with lime wedges. Serve.

    Notes

    WW (Old Points) 7 / WW (Points+) 6

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Margarita | Calories: 433kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 5255mg | Potassium: 574mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 370IU | Vitamin C: 34.2mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 0.8mg
    Tried this recipe?If you make this recipe, I'd love to see it on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find it.

    Disclosure: This recipe was created as part of my partnership and ambassadorship with the California Avocado Commission (CAC). All opinions expressed are my own. I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

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      1. Lori @ RecipeGirl

        April 28, 2013 at 10:50 pm

        These is the coolest recipe ever. Can't EVER get enough of avocados!

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      2. Kristen

        April 10, 2013 at 7:02 am

        I would have never thought to make a margarita with an avocado! So pretty!

        Reply
      3. Angie @ Big Bear's Wife

        April 08, 2013 at 12:00 pm

        So pretty, I just love the color in these!

        Reply
      4. Nidhi

        April 07, 2013 at 6:56 pm

        Hey ! this looked so good, I tried it but I thought it was a little too sour so, I would reduce the lime juice next time, thanks for a great recipe!

        Reply
      5. danielle

        April 06, 2013 at 9:30 am

        Yum- I wanted to let you know that I featured this today in my "What I Bookmarked This Week" post - stop by and see!

        Reply
      6. Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious

        April 05, 2013 at 12:38 am

        Avocado in a margarita? You are a genius!

        Reply
      7. Nutmeg Nanny

        April 04, 2013 at 9:36 pm

        This is delightful, I must admit I have an avocado addiction and I love seeing new and exciting ways to add more to my life 🙂

        Reply
      8. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust

        April 04, 2013 at 7:40 pm

        OMG Dara. I am in love with avocados in not-dinner-foods. This is a fabulous recipe!

        Reply
      9. Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen

        April 04, 2013 at 12:38 pm

        I adore you for this recipe. That is all.

        Reply
      10. Laura (Tutti Dolci)

        April 04, 2013 at 10:37 am

        Gorgeous photos!

        Reply
      11. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet

        April 04, 2013 at 10:10 am

        Oh, this sounds amazing, Dara!

        Reply
      12. Amanda

        April 04, 2013 at 5:43 am

        I saw this on FB yesterday and cant get it out of my head. Seriously genius!!!

        Reply
      13. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.

        April 03, 2013 at 11:41 pm

        I kind of wish it was Cinco de Mayo year 'round because I want to drink this every day!

        Reply
      14. Laurie {Simply Scratch}

        April 03, 2013 at 9:38 pm

        Avocados in a margarita is the most creative idea I've ever seen! LOVE THIS DARA!

        Reply
      15. Mira @ Mermaid Cafe

        April 03, 2013 at 8:48 pm

        What a great idea, this looks delicious! I am notorious for trying weird (though sometimes disastrous) drink recipes and I LOVE avocadoes, so I'll definitely have to try this out.

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