Heart-Healthy Classic Sweet Iced Tea

Quench your thirst with this refreshing and guilt-free Heart-Healthy Classic Sweet Iced Tea, a wholesome spin on the Southern favorite. Crafted with antioxidant-rich black tea, naturally sweetened with just a touch of honey, and brightened with fresh lemon juice, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between robust flavor and mindful indulgence. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this iced tea is the ultimate summer beverage, offering a healthier alternative to sugar-laden sweet teas without compromising taste. Serve it over ice with a garnish of lemon slices for a crisp, revitalizing drink that's perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply relaxing at home. Perfectly suited for anyone seeking a low-sugar, heart-friendly refreshment, it's sure to become a go-to in your healthy drink repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 units black tea bags
• 5 cups water
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 4 slices lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
• 2 cups ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Start by bringing 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.

Step 2

Once the water reaches a rolling boil, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 3

Add the black tea bags to the hot water and allow them to steep for 5 to 7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.

Step 4

While the tea steeps, in a separate container, combine 1 cup of water with 2 tablespoons of honey over medium heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved. Remove from heat.

Step 5

After steeping the tea, remove the tea bags and discard them.

Step 6

Pour the honey mixture into the brewed tea and stir well to combine.

Step 7

Add 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to the sweetened tea and stir again.

Step 8

Place ice cubes into a large pitcher or individual serving glasses.

Step 9

Pour the sweet iced tea over the ice cubes.

Step 10

Garnish with optional lemon slices if desired, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1795g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	143.9

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 39.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 0.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 80.7mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 88.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.6%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 98.0%