Quick Lemon Iced Tea by the Glass

Quench your thirst in minutes with this refreshing Quick Lemon Iced Tea by the Glass! Perfect for summer days or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, this easy recipe combines robust black tea with zesty lemon juice for a bright and invigorating flavor. Ready to enjoy in under 10 minutes, it uses simple ingredients like hot water, a touch of optional sugar for sweetness, and a garnish of fresh lemon slice for an elegant finish. Serve it over ice for the ultimate cool-down drink that's both quick to make and incredibly satisfying. Whether you're looking for a single-serve iced tea fix or a quick burst of citrusy refreshment, this recipe delivers delightful results every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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Prep Time:3 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:8 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

1 piece black tea bag
1 cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional)
5 pieces ice cubes
1 piece lemon slice (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Boil 1 cup of water in a small saucepan or kettle.

Step 2

Place the black tea bag in a heat-proof glass or mug. Pour the boiling water over the tea bag and let it steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.

Step 3

Remove the tea bag and stir in the lemon juice. If desired, add granulated sugar and stir until completely dissolved.

Step 4

Allow the tea to cool for a few minutes, then fill a serving glass with ice cubes.

Step 5

Pour the cooled tea over the ice cubes, stir gently, and garnish with a lemon slice if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy your Quick Lemon Iced Tea!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(439.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	57.6

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.4g
Protein 0.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 17.2mg	0%
Iron 0.0mg	0%
Potassium 35.9mg	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: 1.5%

Protein: 0.7%

Carbs: 97.9%