By JJ Virgin

JJ's Tequila Treat

  

September 4, 2016

Now it’s really a party! Enjoy JJ’s Tequila Treat recipe with the clean flavors of lime, pink grapefruit, and cucumber, plus refreshing basil. (For a Virgin treat, substitute more sparkling water for the tequila.)

Virgin Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
Sugar Impact Diet compliant: Cycles 1 and 3

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Yields: 2 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup tequila (4 oz.)

1/2 cup sparkling mineral water (4 oz.)

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (2 oz.)

1/4 cup peeled, seeded, crushed cucumber

2 tbsp freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice (1 oz.)

1 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil

Directions

1In a large tumbler, muddle together the fruit juices, crushed cucumber, and fresh basil.

2Add the tequila, mix well, and divide evenly between two glasses.

3Pour half the mineral water into each glass, stir lightly, then add ice cubes to fill glass.

This recipe is part of the Mexican Fiesta menu, with Roasted Jalapeño Guacamole with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup, Cilantro Turkey Burgers with Chipotle Ketchup, and JJ's Tequila Treat. Check out the Mexican Fiesta Menu and Guide for links to all the recipes, plus more handy tips and activities for a wonderful party full of south-of-the-border style!

Want more yummy, healthy recipes? Go to jjvirgin.com/recipes.

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