Keto Margarita Recipe

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Keto margarita recipe creates a guilt-free cocktail experience using Swerve sweetener and orange-flavored sparkling water for carb-conscious drinkers. This innovative recipe maintains classic margarita flavors while eliminating sugar and excess carbohydrates. Perfect for those following ketogenic diets who don't want to sacrifice cocktail enjoyment.

Overhead view of a keto margarita in a glass garnished with a lime wedge, with limes, lime slices and a bowl with salt in the background

Enjoy this keto margarita without feeling guilty! This recipe uses Swerve instead of sugar and orange-flavored sparkling water to mimic the taste of orange liqueur.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
1
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Ingredients

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  • 3 cups ice

  • 2 fluid ounces tequila

  • 1 fluid ounce lime juice

  • 2 ½ teaspoons low-calorie natural sweetener (such as Swerve®)

  • 1 tablespoon coarse salt

  • 2 lime wedges

  • 1 pint-sized Mason jar

  • 2 fluid ounces orange-flavored sparkling water (such as La Croix®)

Directions

  1. Fill a shaker half-full with ice. Add tequila, lime juice, and sweetener to the shaker. Seal and shake vigorously until outside is frosted, 10 to 15 seconds.

  2. Place salt on a plate. Run 1 lime wedge along the rim of the Mason jar. Press the rim down into salt. Fill the jar with ice cubes.

  3. Strain margarita into the jar. Top with sparkling water; stir. Garnish with remaining lime wedge.

Recipe Tip

If you have granular sweetener on hand instead of powdered, you can pulse it in a blender or food processor to achieve a powdered consistency.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

142 Calories
4g Carbs
0g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 142
% Daily Value *
Sodium 5785mg252%
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0g1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 0g0%
Vitamin C 12mg14%
Calcium 32mg2%
Iron 0mg1%
Potassium 55mg1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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