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Classic tequila, lime, and liqueur cocktail
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Margarita cocktail (150 g) has 255 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.5 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 10.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
170
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
11g
· 4% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
7mg · 8% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Calcium
8mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
2mg · 0% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 170 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
Using fresh lime juice, tequila and orange liqueur instead of a premade mix gives you better control over added sugar. You can emphasize lime flavor rather than adding syrup for extra sweetness.
No, a salted rim is traditional but optional. Salt can balance the lime’s tartness and make the flavor seem brighter, while people limiting sodium may prefer to skip it.
A mixture of tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice can be kept covered in the refrigerator for a few hours. Add ice and any sparkling ingredient just before serving to prevent dilution and loss of fizz.
Because of its alcohol and sugar content, a Margarita may not freeze solid. For a frozen texture, blending the drink with ice just before serving usually works better than storing it in the freezer for a long time.
Bitter flavor can come from getting the white pith of the lime into the juice. Too much orange liqueur, poor-quality lime juice or unbalanced proportions can also make it taste harsh.
Tacos, guacamole, salsa, grilled shrimp and spicy Mexican-style dishes pair well with its tart, salty profile. Eating alongside an alcoholic drink may also help slow how quickly the alcohol is felt.
No. Alcohol is not a good choice for post-exercise recovery, hydration or muscle protein synthesis; water, electrolytes and a balanced meal are better priorities.
Alcohol may initially feel relaxing, but it can disrupt sleep quality and deep-sleep patterns later in the night. Drinking close to bedtime can make nighttime waking more likely.
No, a Margarita does not replace water. Alcohol can increase urine output, so drinking water alongside it is especially important in hot weather or when having more than one drink.
Pregnant people, anyone advised to avoid alcohol, people with liver disease, those taking medicines that interact with alcohol, and people with a history of alcohol use disorder should avoid Margaritas. Anyone driving should not drink alcohol at all.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.