Refreshing Strawberry Iced Tea
Cool off with a glass of Refreshing Strawberry Iced Tea, a delightful blend of fruity sweetness and bold black tea flavors that’s perfect for summer days. Made with fresh, juicy strawberries simmered into a vibrant homemade syrup, this thirst-quencher combines the natural tang of lemon juice and the comforting depth of black tea. Lightly sweetened and chilled to perfection, this easy-to-make iced tea is a crowd-pleaser, ready in just over an hour (including chilling time). Serve it over ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a sophisticated touch that elevates every sip. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply relaxing on the porch, this strawberry iced tea is your go-to recipe for fresh, fruity refreshment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 6 cups Water
- 4 units Black tea bags
- 0.33 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 units Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly and remove the green stems.
In a medium saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add the strawberries to the boiling water and simmer for about 5 minutes, until the strawberries begin to soften and release their juices.
Use a fine-mesh strainer to strain the strawberry mixture into a large heatproof pitcher, pressing gently on the strawberries to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
In the same saucepan, heat the remaining 4 cups of water until it reaches a simmer. Remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Let steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
Pour the sweetened tea into the pitcher with the strawberry juice and mix well. Add the lemon juice for a hint of tartness.
Refrigerate the strawberry iced tea for at least 1 hour to chill thoroughly.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled strawberry iced tea over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a fresh mint leaf and a small strawberry if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 534 mg | 11% | |
*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.
