Watermelon Margarita (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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A cup and a half of diced watermelon, plus a tiny slice for decoration
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Some ice cubes
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2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, and extra for rimming the glass
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2 tablespoons of agave syrup
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One tablespoon of coarse salt
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Half a teaspoon of Tajin spice
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Lime slice to decorate
# Instructions:
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Toss the chunks of watermelon into a blender or food processor and whizz until it’s fully liquid. Use a fine strainer to remove any pulp or pieces, leaving just the juice. Pour the juice into a shaker filled with ice.
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Add the lime juice (2 tablespoons) and agave syrup into the shaker, then close and shake until it’s cold and well blended.
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Pour some lime juice onto one small plate. On another, mix the coarse salt with the Tajin. Take the rim of a rocks glass, dip it in the lime juice, then press it into the salt and Tajin mix to coat.
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Fill your glass with ice. Pour the watermelon mix on top. Pop a lime slice and a small piece of watermelon on the edge for a fun garnish.
# Notes:
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For an extra-smooth drink, make sure the watermelon juice is strained thoroughly.