Strawberry Citrus Iced Tea: A Sip of Summer Tradition
Strawberry Citrus Iced Tea is a vibrant, refreshing drink that captures the essence of summer in every sip. This delightful blend combines sweet strawberries with zesty citrus fruits like lemon and orange, creating a perfect balance of flavors that invigorate your senses. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a cozy afternoon on the patio, this iced tea is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. Sweeten it to your liking with honey or sugar, and enjoy its health benefits packed with antioxidants and vitamins from the fresh ingredients. Serve it chilled over ice with a sprig of mint for an extra touch of refreshment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8 cups 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 medium orange, sliced
- 1 medium lemon, sliced
- ¼ cup honey or granulated sugar (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil 4 cups of water in a kettle. Once boiling, remove from heat and add black tea bags; steep for about 5 minutes.
- While the tea brews, hull and slice the strawberries, and slice the orange and lemon into thin rounds.
- After steeping, remove tea bags and allow the tea to cool slightly. In a large pitcher, mix brewed tea with fruit slices.
- Stir in honey or sugar if desired until dissolved. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves if using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 48
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg