Iced Green Tea with Ginger and Mint
Quench your thirst with a revitalizing glass of Iced Green Tea with Ginger and Mint, a refreshing blend made for hot summer days or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. This flavorful recipe combines the earthy richness of green tea, the zesty kick of fresh ginger, and the cooling aroma of bruised mint leaves for a perfectly balanced drink that’s both energizing and soothing. Lightly sweetened with honey or sugar to taste, this iced tea is a healthier alternative to sugary sodas and can be easily customized with a slice of fresh lemon for an added citrusy zing. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and simmering, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for entertaining or simply keeping in the fridge for guilt-free refreshment.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces green tea bags
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger
- 10 pieces fresh mint leaves
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 2 pieces lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and slice the fresh ginger into thin pieces. Set it aside.
Step 2
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Step 3
Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and add the sliced ginger. Let it simmer for 3 minutes to infuse the water with ginger flavor.
Step 4
Turn off the heat and add the green tea bags to the saucepan. Let them steep for 3-4 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.
Step 5
Remove the tea bags and ginger slices, and stir in the honey or sugar until fully dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.
Step 6
In a large pitcher, add the fresh mint leaves and gently bruise them using the back of a wooden spoon to release their oils and aroma.
Step 7
Pour the cooled green tea into the pitcher over the mint leaves, then add the ice cubes and stir well.
Step 8
Taste the tea and adjust the sweetness as needed by adding more honey or sugar.
Step 9
Serve the tea in tall glasses over additional ice, garnished with a mint sprig and a lemon slice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1517.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 143.9 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 33.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.3g | |
| Protein 0.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 78.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 115.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories