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Kiwi Cilantro Margaritas! Who's Ready for a Frozen Drink?

by on ‎03-24-2014 05:29 PM

Hello, foodies…


I don’t know what the weather was like in your area on Saturday, but here in the Philadelphia area, we actually hit 63°F. It was BEAUTIFUL! The sun was shining, I saw a few robins out and about hurriedly building their spring nests, and everyone was outside walking, biking, and most importantly, THAWING! Yesterday was a little cooler and we’ve got a few chilly days coming later this week. But, I saw spring, foodies. It really is here. And, I feel rejuvenated.


Because it was such a nice day, I actually ventured outside to my patio and fired up my barbecue grill. We had burgers, a crisp, green salad, and some chocolate peanut butter pie. And, I thought it might be nice to celebrate the warm weather with Wednesday’s recipe, my Kiwi Cilantro Margaritas.


Kiwi Cilantro Margarita


Kiwi Cilantro Margarita
Yields 6 cups                      


Ingredients:



  • 6 kiwis, peeled and quartered

  • 1 cup white cranberry juice

  • 4 cups ice

  • 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, stems removed

  • 3/4 cup tequila

  • 2 Tbsp triple sec

  • 1/4 cup sugar


Directions:



  1. Place the kiwis and the white cranberry juice in a blender. Blend on low speed for 15–20 seconds, making sure not to dissolve the seeds. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh colander and discard the seeds. Place the strained mixture back into the blender and add the ice, cilantro, tequila, triple sec, and sugar and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.


This recipe is prepared using the Ninja Pulse 40 oz Blender and Food Processor with Accessories (K39995).


Go to David's Recipe Item Page for the full list of items that David has used in his recipes.


Foodies, this is such a tasty margarita—and of course, it’s VERY green to fit our March "It's Not Easy Eating Green" theme on In the Kitchen with David. The kiwifruit flavor is mild—not overwhelmingly sweet. And the cilantro gives this drink a bright, refreshing flavor that’s unexpected, but awesome. I just love this margarita, foodies—promise me you’ll try it!


So speaking of the green salad I had on Saturday, how many of you hate how some salads seem to get soggy as soon as you add a little dressing? Why does that happen? How can you prevent it? Why don’t we ask our friends at America’s Test Kitchen.



That vinaigrette Bridgett was making is the Cook’s Illustrated Foolproof Vinaigrette. Thank you, ATK, for your deliciously educated insight!


Let’s go back to our margarita for today’s blog question. What’s your favorite frozen beverage? Do you love daiquiris? Milkshakes? Margaritas? Whatever you choose, it’s time to get your blender out of storage! Find yours and join me Wednesday for In the Kitchen with David at 8pm ET.


Keep it flavorful!
—David

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