Blueberry Lemon Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with the refreshing twist of Blueberry Lemon Iced Tea, a vibrant summer beverage that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This recipe infuses classic black tea with the natural sweetness of fresh blueberry syrup and the tangy zip of fresh lemon juice, creating a perfectly balanced blend of fruity and citrusy flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, this easy-to-make drink is ideal for warm afternoons or any occasion that calls for something light and invigorating. Serve it over ice, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for a touch of elegance. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or simply relaxing at home, this homemade iced tea is sure to be the highlight of your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 4 Black tea bags
- 1 cup Fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice
- 4 Lemon slices (for garnish)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pour 4 cups of water into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes, then discard the tea bags.
In a separate small saucepan, combine 1 cup of fresh blueberries and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries release their juices and break down, about 5 minutes.
Strain the blueberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing the solids to extract the juice. Discard the solids and set the blueberry syrup aside to cool.
In a pitcher, combine the brewed tea, cooled blueberry syrup, and 1/4 cup of lemon juice. Stir well to mix.
Refrigerate the iced tea for at least 1 hour or until chilled.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled blueberry lemon iced tea over the ice.
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 252 mg | 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.
