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Strawberry Iced Tea

Delightful Strawberry Iced Tea for a Refreshing Summer Sip

Enjoy a refreshing Strawberry Iced Tea, combining ripe strawberries and tea for a perfect summer treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Syrup
  • 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries Bright red, ripe strawberries
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Adjust according to taste
  • 1 cup water
For the Tea Base
  • 4 bags black tea bags Can substitute with green or herbal tea
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice For added brightness
For Serving
  • ice cubes For serving over ice
  • fresh mint Optional garnish
  • sliced strawberries Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Strawberry Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups of sliced fresh strawberries, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of water. Cook over medium heat for about 30 minutes, then strain the mixture into a container and allow it to cool.
  2. Brew the Tea: In a separate saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil, remove from heat, and add 4 black tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes and discard the tea bags.
  3. Sweeten the Tea: Stir the strawberry syrup into the brewed tea while warm, then mix in 4 cups of cold water.
  4. Add Lemon Juice: Stir in ¼ cup of fresh lemon juice, adjusting sweetness if desired.
  5. Chill and Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour in the prepared tea. Garnish with fresh mint and sliced strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 26gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 156mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover Strawberry Iced Tea in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Freeze the strawberry syrup in ice cube trays for up to 3 months for future use.

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