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

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass

1 cup (240ml) water
1 Luzianne black tea bag (or 1 black tea bag + 1 herbal tea bag, such as blackberry)
Fresh Lemon
Ice Cube
Artificial Sweetener

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How to Make Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass

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

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

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0 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass?

Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass takes about 12 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 7 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass?

Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass has approximately 5.4 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass?

The key ingredients for Quick Lemon Iced Tea By The Glass are Water, Tea Bags, Fresh Lemon, Ice Cube, Artificial Sweetener. See the full list with measurements above.