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Frozen Virgin Margaritas
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Want to celebrate but don't want to imbibe? Try this non-alcoholic margarita "mocktail" recipe that tastes like the real deal (without the hangover)
serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
11 reviews
ingredients
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1/2 lime, cut into wedges
1 lime, juiced
1 can (6 ounce size) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
1/4 cup orange juice
4 cups ice cubes
directions
Put the salt in a shallow saucer (must be large enough to dip the inverted serving glass in). In another shallow saucer, add the lime juice. Invert the glass and dip the rim into the lime juice to moisten. Then, dip the rim into the salt to evenly coat it. Repeat with the remaining glasses and then set them aside to dry while you prepare the drinks.
Combine the frozen limeade, orange juice, and ice in a blender on high speed until well blended and the ice cubes are evenly crushed.
Pour the margaritas into the salt-rimmed glasses. Garnish with the lime wedges. Serve immediately.
cook's notes
You can also used colored salt for the rim. They also make margarita salt that comes in containers perfectly sized for dipping the glasses in.
recipe tips
Use colored or flavored salts for a fun twist on the traditional salt rim.
Try adding a splash of coconut water for a tropical twist.
For a slushier texture, freeze the fruit juices in ice cube trays before blending.
Adjust the sweetness level to taste by adding more or less orange juice or a sweetener of your choice.
Try rimming the glass with a mixture of sugar and salt for a sweet-savory contrast.
To make it a "margarita on the rocks," serve the mocktail over ice instead of blending with ice cubes.
common recipe questions
What is a frozen virgin margarita?
A frozen virgin margarita is a non-alcoholic version of the traditional margarita cocktail, using limeade, orange juice, and ice blended together for a refreshing drink.
Can I use regular salt instead of kosher salt for rimming the glass?
You can substitute regular salt for kosher salt when rimming the glass, but keep in mind that kosher salt has larger grains, providing a different texture and taste.
How far in advance can I prepare the salt-rimmed glasses?
You can prepare the salt-rimmed glasses ahead of time by moistening the rims with lime juice and dipping them in salt, then storing them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Can I make a large batch of frozen virgin margaritas in advance?
It's best to blend the frozen virgin margaritas just before serving. However, you can pre-measure the ingredients for easy assembly later.
How can I make a non-frozen version of this mocktail?
Simply blend the limeade, orange juice, and lime juice in the blender without ice. Serve over ice in salt-rimmed glasses.
What other garnishes can I use besides lime wedges?
You can garnish your frozen virgin margaritas with fresh mint leaves, orange slices, or even a sugar rim for a different presentation and flavor.
How can I make this mocktail sweeter?
If you prefer a sweeter drink, you can add a splash of simple syrup or agave nectar to the blender when mixing the ingredients.
How can I store leftover frozen virgin margaritas?
Leftover frozen virgin margaritas can be stored in the freezer in an airtight container. Allow them to thaw slightly before blending again for a refreshing drink.
tools needed
Shallow Saucer: Used to hold the kosher salt for rimming the serving glasses.
Blender: For blending the frozen limeade concentrate, orange juice, and ice cubes together to create the frozen margarita mixture. A high-speed blender works best to handle the ice.
Citrus Juicer (optional): Helpful for juicing the fresh lime.
Knife: To cut the lime into wedges for garnishing the margarita glasses and to prepare the lime for juicing. Make sure the knife is sharp for easy cutting.
Serving Glasses: For serving the margaritas.
what goes with it?
Nachos: the tangy and slightly sweet flavors of the margaritas will pair perfectly with the savory crunch of loaded nachos.
Fish Tacos: the brightness of the lime in the margaritas will cut through the richness of the fish in the tacos, creating a balanced meal.
Guacamole and Chips: the zesty margaritas go perfectly with the creamy richness of the guacamole, while the salt on the rim of the glass will mimic the salty crunch of the chips.
nutrition data
89 calories, 0 grams fat, 24 grams carbohydrates, 0 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in fat.
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reviews & comments
September 5, 2020
I had to add A LOT more orange juice to get it thin enough to drink. But it is good.
Blended margaritas are usually thick, but totally fine to add more liquid if you like them thinned out
July 9, 2016
I wouldn't have noticed that this didn't have alcohol! It tasted so much like a real margarita. Great recipe.
November 2, 2013
Tastes like a real margarita just without the boozy kick. The kids loved them (hopefully they won't be drinking real margaritas anytime soon!)
June 25, 2013
We have "happy hour" at work every Friday afternoon during break. Of course, we can't drink real alcohol while working so we try different non-alcholic drinks and serve them in shot glasses, martini glasses, etc. We tried this one a few weeks ago and gave up on trying anything else. From now on this is our Friday afternoon drink! We all loved it.
May 27, 2013
OMG! this was so delicious! Im pregnant and all of the virgin margaritas ive made or had at restaurants dont come close to how good this is! all i can say is yum! Thank you so much for sharing
December 31, 2010
Made these for a birthday party for a friend in recovery. I have never had a frozen Margarita, so I can't compare, but this was delicious.
August 27, 2010
We served this to a large group; they enjoyed it. We are thinking next time we will add a drop or two of green food coloring to make it look more festive.
February 27, 2010
Served this over father's day weekend. We had both drinkers and non drinkers and even the drinkers thought these margaritas were awesome
February 4, 2010
SO good! We use this as a base for real margaritas, just put the alcohol in in place of the orange juice.
November 22, 2007
It worked well, however my personal preference was to cut the limeade to 3oz per batch and add 3oz of orange juice to keep the slush. This makes it a bit less sour. Furthermore, I found this recipe to be off in servings. If using Libby Glass Margarita Glasses filled to a normal amount, the batch serves two plus a little extra, not four.
August 10, 2006
it was good