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Fresh Lemon Iced Tea

Fresh Lemon Iced Tea

Enjoy a refreshing glass of fresh lemon iced tea with the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 99 kcal

Equipment

  • teapot
  • stovetop
  • electric kettle

Ingredients
  

Tea Ingredients

  • 2 bags black tea or 1 tablespoon loose black tea
  • ½ cup hot water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice juice from half a lemon
  • ½ cup cold water
  • 1 cup ice

Instructions
 

Tea Preparation

  • Put tea bags and ½ cup of hot water into a teapot.
  • Cover and steep for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags.
  • Stir in sugar until it dissolves. Add lemon juice and ½ cup of cold water.
  • Place in the refrigerator for for 30 minutes to cool.
  • Pour cooled down tea into a cup with ice.

Notes

You can use any black tea to make this recipe. Adjust sweetness and garnish with lemon or fresh herbs like mint or basil for added flavor. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 16ouncesCalories: 99kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 24mgPotassium: 31mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 0.03mg
Keyword Fresh Lemon Iced Tea, iced tea, Lemon, refreshing drink, summer beverage
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