Fresh Strawberry Mango Margaritas
It’s T minus 9 days to Cinco de Mayo! Are you guys pumped or what?
I know I am. There are few things in life that make me happier than a plate of chips n’ guac paired with a tasty margarita.
Well I guess chips n’ guac with a margarita on a Mexican beach would be slightly better. Unfortunately for me the husband refuses to go to Mexico. Even when we lived in Texas and were just a short and very cheap flight from Cancun, he still wouldn’t go. He thinks it isn’t safe enough but um hello, people go there all of the time and come back just fine. Better than fine, actually. They come back refreshed, renewed, and feeling freakin’ fantastic.
So yeah, that’s a work in progress. But in the meantime I can enjoy Mexican food with these fresh strawberry mango margaritas so life is pretty darn good.
Oh, and if you’re wondering how exactly Jose Cuervo fits into the whole healthy theme I’ve got going on around here, allow me to explain:
1. Fresh strawberries are high in antioxidants and vitamin C.
2. Mangoes are high in vitamin C.
3. Lime juice is also high in vitamin C.
4. Tequila makes you feel good.
I rest my case.
The best part is that they look all fancy and pretty but they’re super easy to make. It’s literally like making a smoothie. But with liquor.
I made them with fresh fruit so that it’s more of a puree, almost like a thick juice, that you can serve over ice (aka “on the rocks”) but you could also make them frozen by substituting frozen fruit if you want. I personally prefer the fresh option because it prevents the whole brain freeze problem.
Not that I slam my margaritas or anything. I always try my best to keep it classy. But man, it’s hard to do when they taste this good!
Fresh Strawberry Mango Margaritas
Yield: 32 ounces (approx. 6 margaritas)
Prep Time: 15
Total Time: 15

Ingredients:
Mango Layer
- 2 large red mangoes, peeled and roughly chopped
- 4 ounces silver tequila
- 4 ounces fresh lime juice (approx. 2 limes)
- 4 ounces orange liqueur (or triple sec)
Strawberry Layer
- 1 pint strawberries, hulls removed (approx. 16 ounces)
- 2 ounces silver tequila
- 4 ounces fresh lime juice (approx. 2 limes)
- 4 ounces orange liqueur
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
- sugar or salt for rim
- ice and fresh limes for serving
Directions:
- Sprinkle the salt or sugar on a plate then lightly wet the rim of each glass with fresh lime juice. Place the glass rim down onto the plate and gently turn until the whole thing is coated with the salt or sugar.
- Fill each glass with a few ice cubes then combine all of the ingredients for the mango layer in a blender and blend until smooth. Then distribute the mixture into each glass until they’re halfway full.
- Next combine all of the ingredients for the strawberry layer in the blender and blend until smooth. Hold a small spoon flipped over the inside of each glass and pour the strawberry mixture on top of the spoon so that it gently spills over and fills the glass to the brim. This helps to keep the layers from mixing so it looks pretty.
- Garnish with fresh lime, serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts are for one margarita
Did you try this recipe? Please let me know how it turned out by leaving a comment below or sharing a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #makingthymeforhealth. I love hearing your feedback!
This sounds amazing! A perfect summer drink, plus, it looks so pretty too!
Gosh, this post gave me some giggles at work this morning. First, that you can’t go to Mexico, and I’m wondering what Brandon would think of Colombia that I’m visiting later this month. Second, “tequila makes you feel good.” Lol-ing at that.
I asked Brandon what he though about Columbia and he said it’s totally fine. It’s just Mexico, for some reason. {insert eyeroll emoji}
It sounds like it will be a fun trip! I hope you have a great time and please share lots of pictures on Facebook! :)
Love the layering and love this flavor combo! PERFECT for Cinco de Mayo and yes—Vitamin C. I always go for Vitamin C when I’m drinking… ;) Happy Friday Sarah!
I’m going to need you to make this for me in approximately 5 months! It looks amazing!!!
Oh my gosh – these make me so happy!! I was having a bit of a rocky morning, but when I pulled this up and saw these gorgeous glasses of sunshine, it made it all better! :) Can’t wait to be home from work, sitting on the deck with one of these babies in my hand!!
I’m so happy I could help improve your day, Melissa! I hope your weekend was a little better and that you found some time to relax. :)
“Tequila makes you feel good.” –> The only excuse we ever need, right? :)
Too pretty to drink! Almost ;) I’ve never really celebrated Cinco de Mayo, but I’ll gladly take any excuse to enjoy copious amounts of Mexican food. And my parents are actually the same way about Mexico. Or at least my mom is. She refuses to holiday there because of all the horror stories. Craziness, I tell ya…
You make a strong case for these margaritas! Cannot wait for this summer when I can enjoy one myself :)
These sound absolutely perfect for a Sunday Funday! ;)
Stunning photos! It is almost as if I could reach through my computer and grab one of these beauties! Thanks for the gorgeous post! ;)
Thanks Jerilyn! I wish you could grab one! :)
wow, these photos. i love how the colors just pop. still want to learn how to make that “white/transparent background”
One day we’ll have to meet up and practice our food photography together!
Okay so tequila is the one type of hard liquor that I just cannot do – my 18th birthday ruined it for me for the rest of my life I think!! Ha. – but these margaritas are so pretty!
Also, laughing re: Mexico because my hubby is usually the same way. I’ve been there on vacay a few times, but I live just a short drive from Baja California and haven’t been with my hubby. It used to be because active duty Marines aren’t supposed to go there and my hubby had no desire to break that rule. But just recently he mentioned possibly going down there one day, and I’ve been jumping all over it. I feel like as long as you use common sense, you’ll be fine – especially in touristy areas. We will get to Mexico sometime in the next month or two! :)
Gaaaah these are so gorgeous! I love the layer action – it’s like you’re getting two drinks for the price of one! And they’re just so beautiful in all their fresh fruit glory. Not gonna lie, I’d be tempted to drink these smoothies…err…margaritas…for breakfast!
P.S. Let’s go to Mexico and slam down some margaritas + chips n guac!
I too, love a good fresh marg with some chips and guac. And why is he scared of Mexico? There are so many safe and beautiful places. Cabo is great!! You need to convince him to go! Happy Saturday! Feel free to come on over with a batch of these. :)
Those look beyond amazing. I don’t like most alcohol since I don’t like the taste bust fruit drink and frozen drinks are my JAM.
A smoothie with liquor? Hellz to the YAY-YAH! Is it socially acceptable to drink this for breakfast? What if I add spinach?!
These looks great!! What a beautiful color for Cinco De Mayo. :)
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Oh…. I am way late on these, but never-mind that! In honor of Cinco, my sister and I have teamed up to carry on the celebration and your margaritas are on my agenda! Thank you for justifying Jose Cuervo…. ahem. I needed that! These are delicious, Sarah and packed full of goodness. I’ll go to Mexico with you and drink these on the beach! Clinky-clink! (Love, Love, Love your photography, Sarah!)
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