Lemon Orange Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with a pitcher of Lemon Orange Iced Tea, the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and refreshing flavors! This easy-to-make drink combines the bold taste of black tea with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon and orange juices, lightly sweetened for a perfectly balanced sip. Garnished with vibrant citrus slices and fragrant mint leaves, this iced tea is not only visually stunning but also a hydrating treat for warm days or gatherings. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a celebration of citrusy goodness that’s as invigorating as it is delicious. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or a breezy afternoon, Lemon Orange Iced Tea is your go-to recipe for natural refreshment with a burst of flavor!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 4 cups Water
- 0.25 cups Sugar
- 0.25 cups Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
- 4 pieces Lemon slices
- 4 pieces Orange slices
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 8 pieces Mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
Bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil in a medium-sized saucepan.
Step 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the 4 black tea bags to the hot water. Let steep for 5 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the tea bags and discard them. Stir in the 0.25 cups of sugar until dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature.
Step 4
Once the tea has cooled, add 0.25 cups of fresh lemon juice and 0.5 cups of fresh orange juice. Mix well to combine.
Step 5
Fill a large pitcher with 2 cups of ice cubes. Pour the tea mixture over the ice.
Step 6
Add 4 slices of lemon and 4 slices of orange to the pitcher for extra citrus flavor.
Step 7
Garnish with 8 fresh mint leaves and gently stir to incorporate.
Step 8
Pour the Lemon Orange Iced Tea into glasses, ensuring each serving includes a slice of lemon and orange, as well as a mint leaf for presentation.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, refreshing drink!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1822.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 335.3 |
| Total Fat 1.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 30.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 82.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 73.2g | |
| Protein 2.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 129.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 541.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories