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Strawberry Citrus Iced Tea

Delicious Strawberry Citrus Iced Tea for Refreshing Sips

Enjoy a refreshing Strawberry Citrus Iced Tea that captures the essence of summer with its vibrant flavors and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 cups water Essential foundation for the drink.
  • 4 bags black tea Provides robust flavor; can swap for green tea or herbal.
For the Fruit Mix
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Adds natural sweetness and vibrant color.
  • 1 whole orange, sliced Introduces delightful citrusy zing.
  • 1 whole lemon, sliced Enhances brightness and acidity.
For Sweetening (Optional)
  • ¼ cup honey or sugar Sweetens the drink; vegan options include maple syrup or agave nectar.
For Serving
  • ice cubes Chill the tea for a refreshing sip.
  • fresh mint leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large pitcher
  • Measuring Cups
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Water: Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
  2. Steep the Tea: Add 4 black tea bags to the boiling water and steep for 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Fruits: Wash and slice the strawberries, orange, and lemon.
  4. Sweeten the Tea: Remove the tea bags and stir in ¼ cup of honey or sugar if desired.
  5. Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, pour in the cooled tea and add the sliced fruits.
  6. Chill the Tea: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Cool the tea before adding fruits for better infusion. Adjust sweetness to taste. Use large ice cubes to prevent dilution.

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