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Tart Cherry Margaritas

April 30, 2015 · by Ari ·

Tart Cherry Margaritas: The perfect, refreshing margarita--lightly sweet with a punch of tequila

Tons of fresh flavor and the perfect amount of sweetness, tart cherry margaritas will disappear in minutes at any gathering.

Tart Cherry Margaritas: The perfect, refreshing margarita--lightly sweet with a punch of tequila..

Maaaar-gaaaaa-riiiiiitas! Only, like, the very best margaritas I have ever had in my entire life. And I do not use the words “very best” lightly I have had, and made, some bomb margaritas (does anyone still say bomb anymore?), but these babies take the cake.

Tart Cherry Margaritas: The perfect, refreshing margarita--lightly sweet with a punch of tequila

I made an entire pitcher–like HUGE pitcher–for friends and family and literally the entire thing was gone in approximately 90 minutes. Even my friends who rarely drink kept going back for more, and I had to cut Steve off so there would be enough left for our guests. Not that I blame him though…I was equally obsessed.

Tart Cherry Margaritas: The perfect, refreshing margarita--lightly sweet with a punch of tequila

I like a margarita where I can taste my tequila. I love a hint of sweetness, but I hate those margs that taste like pure sweet and sour mix. Ummm…gross. These are sweetened by with a little simple syrup. I use sugar, but you could always use agave to keep it naturally sweetened. The tart cherry juice and sour lime give it a little bite that you’d expect from a great margarita.

Tart Cherry Margaritas: The perfect, refreshing margarita--lightly sweet with a punch of tequila

With just 5 ingredients and a big, bold taste, these will quickly become your favorite margarita, just like it has for me!

Tart Cherry Margaritas
Recipe Type: Drinks
Author: Ari Ziskin
Prep time: 5 mins
Cook time: 15 mins
Total time: 20 mins
Serves: 12
Tons of fresh flavor and the perfect amount of sweetness, tart cherry margaritas will disappear in minutes at any gathering.
Ingredients
  • For the simple syrup:
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • For the margaritas:
  • 3 cups 100% tart cherry juice
  • 2 cups fresh lime juice (I used about 15 limes)
  • 2 1/2 cups tequila
  • 1/2 cup triple sec
  • simple syrup
Instructions
  1. To make the simple syrup, heat water and sugar in a large sauce pan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer, stirring constantly until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool for about 15 minutes.
  2. To make the margaritas, gently stir all ingredients together in a large pitcher. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Filed Under: alcoholic beverage, Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten-free, Holiday & Seasonal, Popular Posts, Spring, Summer, Vegan · Tagged: alcoholic beverage, cherry, cinco de mayo, cocktail, drink, lime, margarita, tart cherry juice, tequila

Drink & Dish: Chicken Enchilada Dip {with video!}

April 22, 2013 · by Ari ·

Chicken Enchilada Dip #glutenfree via arismenu.com

I think the happiest day of my life was the day Chipotle started serving brown rice. Maybe you think that makes me a total freak? But if that’s true, you clearly don’t understand my love for Mexican food. I mean, I live in Phoenix. Mexican food is more common than hamburgers.

Chicken Enchilada Dip #glutenfree via arismenu.com

I’ve always been all about the cheese enchiladas. And quesedillas. Pretty much anything with cheese is sure to be a winner in my book. Did I ever tell you about how when I was younger I would “snack” on blocks of cheddar cheese? In fact, just this morning, I told Steve that cheese was my favorite food group.

Chicken Enchilada Dip #glutenfree via arismenu.com

I’m pretty sure the abundance of cheese is what fuels my love for Mexican food, which is why it’s often difficult for me to find healthy options. No matter what I say, I cannot convince myself that 11 servings of cheese is “healthy”. It’s really sad. If you can help convince me, I would greatly appreciate it. 😉

Chicken Enchilada Dip #glutenfree via arismenu.com

Luckily, this dip has the perfect amount of cheesy goodness, but with a lighter touch. Most of the creaminess comes from nonfat plain Greek yogurt and the avocado–the avocado is like my secret weapon. I put it in on a whim, and it ended up totally making the dish! It’s like if you took an enchilada and stuffed it with guacamole–I mean, HOW COULD THAT BE BAD???

Chicken Enchilada Dip #glutenfree via arismenu.com

This dip is super simple with only a handful of ingredients, and it comes together in minutes. It’s perfect for any party or get together, and the bold flavors and creamy texture are sure to be a hit with whoever you’re serving!

Chicken Enchilada Dip #glutenfree via www.arismenu.com

Do you guys do anything to celebrate Cinco De Mayo? My plan usually includes eating Mexican food, drinking margaritas, and apparently, wearing a mustache. You’ll have to check out the video to understand that one. Nicole and I were in a rare form of ridiculousness this episode.

Make sure to check out Nicole’s perfect margarita recipe too!

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Chicken Enchilada Dip

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Chicken Enchilada Dip

Green chile enchilada dip with creamy avocado, goat cheese and Greek yogurt. Perfectly creamy and cheesy, with a lighter twist.

Ingredients

  • 10-12 oz cooked chicken, shredded (I used the meat from 1 rotisserie chicken)
  • 4 oz goat cheese
  • 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 pint enchilada sauce
  • 1 avocado, pitted and skin removed
  • Shredded cheddar cheese for topping*
  • Black olives and green onion for garnish, optional
  • Baked corn chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, goat cheese, yogurt, enchilada sauce and avocado in a medium pan over medium heat. Stir constantly until all ingredients are melted and combined.
  2. Transfer to your serving dish (make sure it's oven safe) and top with cheddar cheese (I used about 1/3 cup). Broil until cheese is browned and bubbly.
  3. Top with olives and onion if desired. Serve with chips or veggies.

Notes

*I usually use a reduced fat cheddar cheese, but it doesn't melt quite the same. For photos, I used full fat. If you're concerned about appearance, I would encourage a full fat cheese, but if you're purely concerned with taste, reduced fat will still taste great!

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Drink & Dish, Holiday & Seasonal, Low Carb, savory, Snacks · Tagged: cheese, chicken, cinco de mayo, dip.party food, drink and dish, easy, enchiladas, quick, recipe

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