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Blueberry-Lime Margaritas Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup silver tequila
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar
- 1 cup ice cubes

Special equipment needed:
- Blender
- Cocktail shaker

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender, combine the blueberries, lime juice, tequila, triple sec, agave nectar, and ice cubes.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Rim the glasses with salt or sugar, if desired.
4. Pour the mixture into a cocktail shaker and shake well.
5. Pour the margaritas into the prepared glasses.
6. Garnish with lime wedges and blueberries, if desired.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
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Serving size:
Makes 2 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 225
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 0g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use frozen blueberries instead of fresh.
- You can use honey instead of agave nectar.

Variations:
- You can add a splash of orange juice for a different flavor.
- You can use different types of berries, such as raspberries or blackberries.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a high-quality tequila for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a cocktail shaker, you can use a mason jar with a lid.

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Presentation ideas:
Serve in a margarita glass with a salt or sugar rim.

Garnishes:
Lime wedges and blueberries.

Pairings:
- Mexican cuisine, such as tacos or enchiladas.
- Grilled seafood.

Suggested side dishes:
- Chips and salsa.
- Guacamole.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the margarita is too tart, add more agave nectar.
- If the margarita is too sweet, add more lime juice.

Food safety advice:
- Drink responsibly and do not drive after consuming alcohol.

Food history:
Margaritas are a popular cocktail that originated in Mexico in the 1930s.

Flavor profiles:
Sweet, tart, and refreshing.

Serving suggestions:
Serve cold.

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Region: Mexican

Taste: Sweet, Tangy, Tart, Fruity, Citrusy