Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass Recipe

Quench your thirst in minutes with this refreshing single-serving lemon iced tea recipe! Perfect for those moments when you crave a cool, zesty beverage without the fuss of a large batch. Customize your sweetness and lemon intensity to your liking – this recipe is your blank canvas for the perfect iced tea experience. We use Luzianne black tea, but feel free to experiment with herbal blends for a unique twist! This recipe is quick, easy, and ideal for one.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 5.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass

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How to Make Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass

  1. Fill a microwave-safe measuring cup with 1 cup (240ml) of water.
  2. Microwave on high for 2 1/2-3 minutes, or until the water just begins to boil.
  3. Place the tea bag(s) into the hot water. Steep for approximately 4 minutes.
  4. While the tea is steeping, fill a 20-ounce drinking glass almost to the top with ice cubes.
  5. Squeeze the juice of 1/2 a lemon (or to taste) over the ice cubes.
  6. Remove the tea bag(s) from the steeped tea and pour the tea over the ice and lemon in the glass.
  7. Gently stir to combine the lemon and tea.
  8. Add sweetener to taste, if desired.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing iced tea!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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