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Strawberry Citrus Iced Tea

Strawberry Citrus Iced Tea for a Refreshing Summer Sip

Enjoy a vibrant Strawberry Citrus Iced Tea that's the essence of summer with juicy strawberries and zesty citrus, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups Water Swap for sparkling water for fizz
  • 4 bags Black Tea Bags Use herbal tea for caffeine-free option
For the Freshness
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Frozen strawberries work as a substitute
  • 1 medium Orange Experiment with grapefruit for a twist
  • 1 medium Lemon Adjust based on taste preference
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Sugar Optional; consider vegan options like agave
For Serving
  • 2 cups Ice Cubes Larger cubes prevent dilution
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint Leaves Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large pitcher
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat for about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Once boiling, remove from heat and steep black tea bags for 5–7 minutes.
  3. Wash and slice fresh strawberries, orange, and lemon into thin slices.
  4. Stir in honey or sugar until dissolved and cool at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  5. Combine the cooled tea with sliced strawberries, orange, and lemon, giving it a good stir.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
  7. Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe is versatile; adjust sweetness and fruit types as per your preference. Consider adding sparkling water just before serving for fizz.

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