Lemon ice tea recipe

Cool and tangy lemon iced tea made with brewed tea, lemon juice, and sugar. Perfect refreshing summer drink.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 2 Glass

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American, asian, Chinese, International

Calories: 50

2 cups (480 ml) water

2 black tea bags

2 tbsp (30 g) sugar (adjust to taste)

1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice

Ice cubes as needed

Lemon slices for garnish

Boil water; steep tea bags 3–4 min.

Remove tea bags; add sugar and stir.

Let tea cool to room temp; add lemon juice.

Pour over glasses filled with ice cubes.

Garnish with lemon slices; serve cold.

Nutrition (per glass, approx.): 50 kcal | Carbs 13 g | Protein 0 g | Fat 0 g | Sugar 12 g

Notes: Use honey instead of sugar for healthier version; add mint leaves for flavor.

Storage: Serve fresh; refrigerate max 4 hours.