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Refreshing Lemon Iced Tea Recipe


  • Author: Ethan Brooks
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Description

Quench your thirst with this delightful Lemon Iced Tea, a perfect blend of tangy lemon and sweet tea that captures the essence of summer. Ideal for warm afternoons, this drink is not only refreshing but also a nostalgic reminder of lazy days spent with loved ones. Enjoy this vibrant beverage over ice, garnished with fresh mint or lemon slices for an elegant touch.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups water
  • 45 tea bags (black or green)
  • ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 23 lemons)
  • ½ cup sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a pot over medium heat until it reaches a rolling boil.
  2. Remove from heat and add the tea bags; steep for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in ½ cup of sugar or honey until dissolved.
  4. Juice the lemons to get ¾ cup of fresh lemon juice, removing any seeds.
  5. In a large pitcher, combine brewed tea, lemon juice, and 4 cups of cold water. Stir well.
  6. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving over ice. Garnish with mint leaves or lemon slices if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Brewing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For a twist, try using herbal or green tea instead of black. Add fresh fruit like berries for extra flavor. Store leftover iced tea in a sealed pitcher in the fridge for up to five days.