This Paleo Watermelon Margarita Slushie is a deliciously refreshing cocktail or mocktail that’ll cool you down instantly on a hot day!
I don’t drink much alcohol, but the rare times that I do, it’s because I simply can’t say no to a good margarita. Tequila is my drink of choice and it seems to be the only type of liquor that doesn’t make me feel like complete crap afterwards. So when I recently visited Sayulita, you know I definitely indulged in a margarita or 5.
Well, Cinco de Mayo is this weekend, so I thought, what better excuse than to whip up a delicious margarita recipe? With hot, sunny days just around the corner, I couldn’t think of a better way to cool down than with this refreshing Paleo Watermelon Margarita Slushie.
One thing I get annoyed with when I drink frozen cocktails is that, especially on a warm day, the ice melts too quickly and the drink gets watered down by the time you are halfway through it. Well, with this drink, that never happens because instead of using ice, you freeze the watermelon directly then blend it together to get that slushie texture. You definitely don’t need to rush through it to enjoy the yummy taste since it never gets diluted.
I tried this recipe both with and without the tequila and both ways tasted pretty darn amazing. While it’s fun to add the alcohol, you can also enjoy it as a delicious frozen treat especially if you have non-drinkers or kids around who want to feel included in the festivities. Whether you enjoy it as a cocktail or a mocktail, I think you’ll love this delicious and refreshing Paleo Watermelon Margarita Slushie!
I created this recipe as part of the #MargaritaWeek celebration with a bunch of other bloggers and recipe developers. If you want to take a look at some of the other margaritas in this party, go check it out here!
Ingredients
- 5 cups diced watermelon frozen
- 3/4 cup 100% agave tequila omit for AIP or if avoiding alcohol
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp raw honey or more, to taste
- Sea Salt
- Optional: lime and/or watermelon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Pour sea salt in a small dish. Run a lime wedge around the rims of 4 glasses to wet them, then dip in sea salt.
- Place frozen watermelon, tequila (if using), lime juice, and honey in a high powered blender, and blend until smooth.
- Taste and add more honey, if needed.
- Divide the slushie into the prepared glasses, then garnish with lime wedges and watermelon slices before serving.
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My girls always lament I don;t get more watermelon…they just love it! If I could drink it with some lime and ice like this…I could be convinced!
WOW! I have never had a watermelon margarita, but this is a must try!
This looks so beautiful!!! I bet it tastes amazing! I don’t drink alcohol but happily enjoy the non-alcoholic version. So perfect for summer BBQ’s and potlucks.
Slushy margaritas are a luxury of life I can’t live without. These look perfect and SO refreshing!
I am DROOLING! That looks like such a delicious and cooling beverage!
Oh my gosh, looks beautiful – definitely want to make these for a warm summer day! Gorgeous pics, too!
Just in time for summer! YUM!!
This looks so yum! I know my son would love a virgin version of this!
YUM ! love watermelon drinks in hot summer. love it !
These look beyond perfect, and your photos are so gorgeous!