When it’s really hot outside, I want to cool off with a refreshing, low-calorie pomegranate margarita.
I long for cooler temperatures and all of the delicious treats that go along with it.
One of the things I most look forward to is fresh pomegranates when they come in season in September.
But alas, it’s still the middle of summer and the sun is just getting started showing us how hot it’s going to be this year.
So I like to cheat a little bit and enjoy an ice cold, pomegranate margarita.
The drink is refreshing, and it satisfies my longing for a touch of fall.
The best homemade pomegranate margarita recipe
The most amazing pomegranate margarita recipe is also low-calorie!
YASSSS!
Seriously, this is the best pomegranate margarita recipe that’s also lower in calories that I’ve made.
Since it substitutes Sparkling Ice for traditional margarita mix, you can save quite a few calories.
Its taste is simple and fresh.
And it’s super easy to shake one up and enjoy some delicious pomegranate flavor. Instant gratification.
I know you may have tried other pomegranate margaritas at Chili’s or Applebee’s as they are known for their pomegranate marg recipes.
And those are great margaritas!
But this is just as good, and you can make it yourself easily at home.
And it’s a skinny drink! Each serving only has 138 calories!
What you need to make a skinny pomegranate margarita
Don’t you love it when the ingredients in a recipe are straightforward?
There’s nothing weird or difficult to find in this recipe.
You should be able to find pomegranate juice at your local market year round.
If not, you can always order some from Amazon if you have a craving.
I really like the one from Pom.
Here’s what you need to make the cocktail:
- 2oz tequila
- 2oz pomegranate juice
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Sparkling Ice Classic Lemonade
- Vanilla flake salt rim, for garnish
- Lime wedge, for garnish
You will also need a cocktail shaker, measuring cup or jigger, a strainer, cutting board, bar knife, and of course, margarita glasses.
If you’ll be salting the glass, you’ll need a small plate to dip hold the salt.
Can I make this drink without alcohol?
Yes, you absolutely can!
And it’s really easy to do!
To make this margarita without alcohol, simply substitute 2 ounces of club soda or lemon-lime soda for the tequila.
As an alternative, you can also simply pour an additional 2 ounces of Sparkling Ice’s Classic Lemonade.
Let’s make a margarita!
Run a lime around the edge of your margarita glass and dip it into salt.
Fill glass with ice and set to the side.
In an ice filled cocktail shaker, combine tequila, pomegranate juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and shake.
Strain into glasses and top with Sparkling Ice Classic Lemonade, stir lightly to combine.
Garnish with a lime wedge.
You may enjoy some other delicious cocktails too:
Elderflower Grapefruit Sparkler
Spicy Grapefruit and Jalapeno Margaritas
Blackberry Thyme Margarita Smash
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The Most Amazing Pomegranate Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila
- 2 oz Pomegranate Juice
- 1 oz Lime Juice
- 1 oz Simple Syrup
- Sparkling Ice Classic Lemonade
- Vanilla Flake Salt Rim for garnish
- Lime Wedge for garnish
Instructions
- Rim your glasses with a lime and dip into salt.
- Fill glass with ice and set aside.
- In an ice-filled cocktail shaker, combine tequila, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake.
- Strain into glasses and top with Sparkling Ice Lemonade. Stir lightly to combine.
- Garnish with lime wedge and enjoy!
Notes
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Hi, I’m Jennifer. I love to cook and entertain. I have a lot of fun sharing traditional food and drink recipes as well as putting a new spin on the classics. I strive to provide easy to make recipes that are perfect for the home cook, bartender and entertainer.
We served this drink for our Taco Tuesday last week, and it was a hit! It’s so easy to make and since it’s also a lower calorie drink, that meant we could EAT MORE TACOS! Win!