Refreshing Lemon Ice Tea

Beat the heat with this *Refreshing Lemon Ice Tea*, a perfect balance of bold black tea, tangy fresh lemon juice, and just the right touch of sweetness. This easy-to-make recipe calls for simple ingredients like black tea bags, zesty lemons, and a hint of sugar, creating a drink that's both flavorful and invigorating. The tea is brewed and cooled to combine with cold water, ice cubes, and garnished with vibrant lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for a beautiful finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes and serving up to four, this summer favorite is an ideal thirst-quencher for hot afternoons or casual gatherings. Whether you're hosting a picnic or simply relaxing at home, this homemade lemon iced tea recipe will elevate your refreshment game with its crisp, citrusy charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 bags Black tea bags
• 4 cups Water
• 2 whole Lemon
• 0.5 cups Sugar
• 4 cups Cold water
• 2 cups Ice cubes
• 4 slices Lemon slices
• 8 leaves Mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Boil 4 cups of water in a saucepan.

Step 2

Once the water is boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat and add the 4 black tea bags.

Step 3

Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags.

Step 4

While the tea is steeping, juice the 2 whole lemons into a small bowl, making sure to remove any seeds.

Step 5

Add the 0.5 cups of sugar to the hot tea, and stir until completely dissolved.

Step 6

Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice.

Step 7

Let the tea mixture cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a large pitcher.

Step 8

Add 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher, and stir well.

Step 9

Fill 4 glasses with the 2 cups of ice cubes and pour the lemon tea over the ice.

Step 10

Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and 2 mint leaves.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing lemon ice tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2634.4 grams (2634.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	442

Total Fat 0.80g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 68mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 112.60g	41%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 103.20g
Protein 1.60g	3%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 148mg	11%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 212mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.6%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 97.1%