Red Lobster’s Pineapple Basil Margarita

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2
Refreshing Pineapple Basil Margarita recipe inspired from Red Lobster
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Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 quart pineapple juice
6 ounces tequila
2 ounces Cointreau liqueur
2 ounces Grand Marnier
4 -6 leaves fresh basil
1 dash orange juice ( fresh )
1/2 cup sea salt ( may use kosher salt as well )
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup dried pineapple ( Small dice )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
180
Sugar
14g
Fat
0g
Inspired by Red Lobster's Pineapple Basil Margarita, this recipe is a perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day. With the sweetness and tanginess of pineapple, the refreshing taste of basil, and tequila kick, it makes a perfectly balanced drink. This tropical-inspired cocktail can easily be made at home and enjoyed with friends and family. The sweet and salty rim of the glass adds an extra punch to the drink and is sure to impress your guests. This drink is perfect on its own or accompanied with light snacks like chips and guacamole.

Instructions

1.Mix sea salt and sugar in a shallow dish.
2.Rub the rim of 4-6 serving glasses with fresh orange juice and then dip the rim in the salt and sugar mixture to coat.
3.In a blender, combine pineapple juice, tequila, Cointreau, Grand Marnier, fresh basil leaves and a dash of fresh orange juice. Blend until smooth.
4.Fill the prepared glasses with ice cubes and pour the mixture into the glasses.
5.Garnish with a small dice of dried pineapple and fresh basil leaves.

PROS

This Pineapple Basil Margarita is a perfect summer drink that is refreshing and flavorful with the tropical pineapple flavor and hint of basil.

It is also relatively low in calories compared to other alcoholic beverages.

CONS

Excessive consumption of alcohol can cause health issues like liver disease and high blood pressure.

This drink contains sugar which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pineapple is a good source of vitamin C, which helps in boosting the body’s immunity and reducing inflammation.
Fresh basil is high in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.

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