Paleo Classic Sweet Iced Tea
Quench your thirst the paleo-friendly way with this refreshing Paleo Classic Sweet Iced Tea! Crafted with just a handful of wholesome ingredients, this delightful beverage swaps traditional sugar for natural honey, making it a perfectly balanced sweet treat for your healthy lifestyle. Black tea serves as the bold, antioxidant-rich base, while a splash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty twist. Chilled to perfection and served over ice, this revitalizing drink becomes even more enticing with optional garnishes of fragrant mint leaves and citrusy lemon slices. Ready in just 30 minutes (including prep and chill time), this is the ultimate guilt-free beverage for warm days or anytime you crave a naturally sweetened classic. Perfect for paleo diets and tea lovers alike, this recipe is sure to become your go-to summer refresher!
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Ingredients
- 8 cups Water
- 4 Black tea bags
- 0.5 cups Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot or a kettle.
Step 2
Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on desired strength.
Step 3
While the tea is steeping, add honey to a heat-proof pitcher. Pour the hot tea over the honey and stir until completely dissolved.
Step 4
Add the remaining 4 cups of cold water and lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Refrigerate the tea for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled sweet tea over the top.
Step 7
Garnish each glass with a fresh mint leaf and a slice of lemon if desired.
Step 8
Enjoy your refreshing Paleo Classic Sweet Iced Tea!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2579.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 375.5 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 64.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 102.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 98.9g | |
| Protein 0.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 132.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 144.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories