Avocado Margarita
Eva Kolenko
Inspired by the quintessential version served at Curra’s Grill in Austin. Trust us, it’s good!
Recipe information
Yield
8 Servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest, divided
1 lime wedge
1 avocado, pitted, peeled
¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons tequila blanco
¾ cup triple sec
¾ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Pinch of cayenne pepper
8 lime wheels
Preparation
Step 1
Toss salt and 1 tsp. lime zest on a small plate. Rub the rim of each margarita glass with lime wedge and dip into salt mixture.
Step 2
Purée avocado, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, cilantro, cayenne, remaining 1 tsp. lime zest, and 2½ cups ice, preferably crushed, in a blender until smooth.
Step 3
Divide among prepared glasses and garnish each with a lime wheel.
