Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Skinny Girl Margaritas! Ole!

I learned on Cinco de Mayo that a typical margarita has about 740 calories! I had no idea my favorite cocktail could be as fattening as a cheeseburger...


Since I love The Real Housewives of New York, I thought I'd share with you Bethany Frankel's recipe for The Skinny Girls Margarita that was featured on the show last week:

The Skinny Girls Margarita

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What you’ll need:

* 2 oz of clear Tequila (100% agave, Patron Silver) count 1, 2 while you pour, no need for measuring
* A splash of fresh lime juice
* A splash of Cointreau, Grand Marnier or Triple Sec

Combine all ingredients over a glass of ice

Garnish with a lime wedge and salt (or sugar) if you’d like.

Since everyone loves a margarita, why not mix up a batch of these for your next bachelorette party or summer BBQ? I think they would also make a great signature cocktail for engagement parties and weddings too.

6 comments:

Bad Kid Productions said...

I love to do that, but I use MinuteMaid Light Limeade - sooooo tasty, and only 5 calories!

Julia said...

oooh yum. Cointreau is my new love. that, lemon, and lime on ice on a hot summers day... mmm...

melissa said...

740!! ouch. I love that show as well! They crack me up. Interested in what NJ will bring...

Elegant Myra said...

Hungrygirl.com has great skinny cocktail recipes. They have a key lime pie martini and lots of other interesting choices.

Milwaukee Computer Support said...

Thanks for sharing the recipe.

jane's watch phone said...

This is perfect for a beach party, thanks!