Low Carb Classic Sweet Iced Tea
Cool off with a refreshing glass of Low Carb Classic Sweet Iced Tea—a healthier twist on the beloved Southern beverage! Perfectly brewed black tea meets a touch of baking soda to smooth out any bitterness, creating a clean, crisp flavor. Sweetened with your favorite low-carb sweetener, such as Stevia or Erythritol, this guilt-free treat satisfies your cravings without the sugar rush. Serve it icy cold, with optional garnishes like fresh mint leaves and tangy lemon slices, for an extra layer of sophistication. Ready in just minutes, this keto-friendly iced tea is the ultimate drink for sunny afternoons, backyard picnics, or relaxing with a good book. Easy, classic, and refreshingly low-carb!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Water
- 4 Black tea bags
- 0.5 cup Low-carb sweetener (like Stevia or Erythritol)
- 0.125 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 slices Lemon slices (optional)
- 12 leaves Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately add the 4 black tea bags.
Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for about 5 minutes for a strong flavor.
While the tea is steeping, add 0.125 teaspoon of baking soda to the pitcher you will use to serve the tea. The baking soda helps to neutralize any bitterness from the tea.
Remove the tea bags after 5 minutes and gently squeeze them to extract any remaining liquid before discarding.
Stir in 0.5 cup of low-carb sweetener while the tea is still warm to ensure it dissolves completely.
Pour the sweetened tea into a pitcher prepared with baking soda.
Add 2 cups of ice cubes into the freshly brewed tea to quickly cool it down.
Refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours or serve immediately over additional ice cubes.
Optionally, garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves before serving for an extra tangy and refreshing taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
33 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 222 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.5 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 147 mg | 3% | |
*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.
