My Big Fat Greek Iced Tea
Refreshingly zesty and subtly spiced, “My Big Fat Greek Iced Tea” is a Mediterranean-inspired twist on classic iced tea that’s perfect for summer sipping. This invigorating drink blends the rich, earthy depth of black tea with a delightful balance of natural honey, tangy fresh lemon juice, and a hint of aromatic ground cinnamon. Infused with fresh mint leaves for a cool herbal note, this tea is served over ice and garnished with lemon slices and mint sprigs for an elegant presentation. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant iced tea recipe is as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve, making it an ideal choice for picnics, backyard gatherings, or a refreshing solo indulgence. Indulge in this Greek-inspired beverage and transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups water
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 10 pieces fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 pieces lemon slices
- 4 pieces sprigs of fresh mint (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the black tea bags. Let them steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
Add the fresh lemon juice, fresh mint leaves, and ground cinnamon. Stir well and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
Once the tea mixture has cooled, strain it into a tall pitcher to remove the mint leaves.
Fill 4 glasses with ice cubes and pour the iced tea over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Big Fat Greek Iced Tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 154 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.
