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This margarita smoothie is a fresh, feel-good twist on the classic drink, bringing all the bright, citrusy flavor you expect without the sugar crash that usually follows. It’s blended with spinach, coconut water, orange, mango, pineapple, fresh lime, and finished with a salt-rimmed glass that makes you almost forget this is actually a green smoothie recipe.
You can enjoy this smoothie as a refreshing mocktail or add a splash of tequila or mezcal when the moment calls for it, making this one recipe that flexes with whatever you’re celebrating.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
You’re going to love how the flavors come together in this smoothie. The mango brings natural sweetness, the lime adds that signature tang, and the salt rim pulls everything into balance. The spinach blends in seamlessly, adding nutrients and a gorgeous green color without any grassy flavor. It works just as well for brunch as it does for happy hour or a sunny afternoon reset.
Tip: Add in a swirl of chamoy sauce for a fun twist.
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Mocktail or Cocktail Options
- Make it a cocktail: Add 1–2 ounces of tequila or mezcal before blending. Blend again briefly to combine.
- Make it alcohol-free: Skip the tequila and enjoy it as a hydrating, tropical mocktail.
How to Make a Margarita Smoothie
To make this margarita smoothie, you’ll need fresh spinach, coconut water, a peeled orange, frozen mango (or freeze a freshly cut mango), frozen pineapple, fresh lime juice, plus optional tequila or mezcal, if you want to turn it into a cocktail.
Add everything to a blender (check out my recommended blenders for smoothies) and blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Tip: Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, dip it into flaky sea salt, then pour and enjoy right away.
More Cinco de Mayo Recipes
This margarita smoothie is perfect for summer gatherings, Cinco de Mayo, brunch with friends, or a simple weekday happy hour at home, proving that healthy and fun can live in the same glass.
Pair it with plant-based favorites like a piña colada smoothie, tacos de papas, a chopped vegan enchilada skillet, or a mangonada (also known as a chamoyada) for a festive, flavor-packed menu. Progress over perfection, always—and cheers to blending plants and celebrating well.
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Margarita Smoothie
Jen HansardIngredients
- 1 cup spinach
- ½ cup coconut water
- ½ orange peeled
- 1 cup mango frozen
- ½ cup pineapple frozen
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- sea salt, unrefined coarse, for rim of glasses
Instructions
- Blend spinach, orange, and coconut water until smooth.
- Add mango, pineapple, and lime juice. Blend again.
- Save squeezed lime wedge and rub it around the rim of a margarita glass. Dip the rim into the coarse salt.
- Pour the smoothie into the prepared glass.
Recipe Notes
- Use frozen fruit to make smoothie cold.
- Garnish with a lime wedge to make look super cute.
Hi! any recipe made up of eggplant?
Hi Ayesha,
We don’t. But I definitely think it’s something we should experiment with! Love blending with veggies? Make sure and check out these veggie packed recipes…
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/smoothie-recipes-for-kids
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/savory-smoothie
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/tomato-smoothie
Hi, two questions!
1. Is there not an issue with the white stringy bits between the peel and flesh of an orange? Should I make an effort to get rid of as many as possible?
2. As a college student, smoothies are a great idea for a quick breakfast that will keep my immune system up. But so much fresh, tropical fruit can be expensive. Can you get an enjoyable smoothie out of no-sugar-added canned pineapple, peaches, etc?
PS Sorry, I should specify – I’ve noticed that frozen fruit also often costs a silly amount. That’s why I ask about canned.
Hi Kelsey,
Thanks for reaching out. Worried about the orange pith? Don’t be, it’s packed with fiber. It does have a slightly bitter flavor, so if you don’t enjoy the flavor, removing some additional pith is a good option.
We’re all about making green smoothies work for you + your wallet. While you can definitely blend with canned fruit, even those stored in their own juice contain additional sugar. So it’s important to take that into consideration when blending.
Here are a few more tips for making healthy living easy on your budget…
-Make a shopping list: Making a weekly meal planning list that covers what you will eat on a daily basis will help you only buy what you need. Make sure to include snacks in your meal plan and shopping list, too.
-Buy seasonal fruit and veggies: Purchasing produce is in season and is typically cheaper. And if you see a good deal on fresh fruits and veggies, purchase in bulk and freeze for future smoothies.
-Buy out of season fruits frozen: Costco and Sam’s Club sell large bags of organic frozen fruit at good prices. If your freezer can accommodate bags in bulk, take advantage of making these purchases.
-Buy from local fruit stands, farmer’s markets and CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture): For the tastiest and most fresh organic produce, buy locally. Not only has the produce been grown and harvested close to home, but buying locally also helps our environment by eliminating the time and resources needed to deliver. Visit, to find your local farm, farmers markets, and other local food sources.
-Follow the EWG’s Dirty Dozen: This list will help you know what is worth getting organic and what you can buy conventional.
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/dirty-dozen-list
Hope this helps!
Most of your recipes say 2 servings, does that mean I shouldn’t chug the whole thing myself?
Hi Donna!
Thanks for reaching out! Our serving sizes are there as a suggestion :). We always recommend doing what’s best for you, personally!
I’ve been known to go through both servings, as well (they’re just so darn tasty!), so what I do now, is divide up the servings right away, and stick one in the fridge for lunch or an afternoon snack :).
Can i use any other fruit instead of pineapple? I am not much fan of pineapple.
Hi Jenny!
Totally! Feel free to use any fruit you love :). Any citrus fruit–like mango, orange, or kiwi–are some of my favorite pineapple substitutes.
Cheers!
Is there a substitute for coconut water? Can tap water work?
Hi Lisa!
Feel free to use any liquid base in place of coconut water :). Filtered water, coconut milk, fresh-squeezed juice, and green tea are some of our favorites!
Cheers!