Green Tea Granita Recipe

Escape the heat with this vibrant and refreshing Green Tea Granita! This simple recipe, inspired by a 7/4/05 magazine article on the green tea diet, transforms brewed green tea into a light and icy dessert. Perfect as a palate cleanser or a healthy, guilt-free indulgence. Easy to make and requiring minimal effort, this granita is a fantastic summer treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 247 mins
Calories 130.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Green Tea Granita

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How to Make Green Tea Granita

  1. Steep 4 green tea bags in 2 cups of freshly boiled water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and let the tea cool completely.
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup granulated sugar, the zest of 1 lime, and the juice of 1 lime until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Pour the mixture into a shallow 9x9 inch metal baking pan. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until solid.
  4. Remove the frozen granita from the freezer 10-15 minutes before processing. Using a fork, break the frozen mixture into smaller pieces.
  5. Transfer the broken-up granita to a food processor or blender. Pulse for 10-20 seconds, or until the mixture is finely shaved and icy, but not completely smooth. Avoid over-processing.
  6. Scoop the granita into bowls and serve immediately. Garnish with extra lime zest (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

133g

Fat

0g

Carbs

11g