Touch of Mint Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with the refreshing elegance of "Touch of Mint Iced Tea," a simple yet sophisticated blend of bold black tea, vibrant fresh mint leaves, and a hint of citrusy sweetness. This quick and easy recipe infuses your tea with the invigorating aroma of mint, balanced perfectly by the tang of lemon juice and a touch of sugar. Served over ice and garnished with lemon slices and mint sprigs, this drink is the epitome of summer refreshment. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply relaxing on the porch, this mint iced tea is both eye-catching and deeply satisfying. With just 10 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, you'll have a chilled, homemade beverage that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 pieces lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 4 sprigs fresh mint sprigs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the black tea bags and 1 cup of fresh mint leaves. Let them steep for 10 minutes to release their flavors.
After steeping, remove the tea bags and strain out the mint leaves. Discard both.
Stir in the granulated sugar and lemon juice until the sugar completely dissolves.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until chilled.
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled mint iced tea over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a fresh mint sprig, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing 'Touch of Mint Iced Tea'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
357 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.9 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 821 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 1650 mg | 35% | |
*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.
