This lemon mint iced green tea brews green tea with fresh mint, then chills over ice with tart lemon juice, ready in 10 minutes and naturally vegan. Green tea with lemon and mint is what happens when health food decides to actually taste good. Your afternoon just got civilized. Pair it with a bowl of our lemon orzo salad for a light lunch.
Quick answer: This lemon mint iced green tea brews green tea with fresh mint, then chills over ice with tart lemon juice. Ready in 10 minutes, naturally vegan, and packed with antioxidants.
Heat water to just below boiling, about 170 to 180 degrees F (75 to 82 degrees C), and pour over the green tea bags in a teapot or cup.
Steep the tea with the fresh mint leaves for 3 to 4 minutes, then remove the tea bags and mint leaves.
Let the brewed tea cool to room temperature, about 5 minutes, then stir in the lemon juice and honey until the honey is fully dissolved.
Pour the tea into two tall glasses filled with ice cubes, then garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a fresh mint sprig.
It will become bitter. Green tea brews quickly, so 3 to 4 minutes is ideal. If it happens, add more water to dilute and adjust the lemon juice and sweetness.
Fresh lemon juice tastes brighter and more vibrant, but bottled will work in a pinch. Use the same amount, though the flavor will be slightly muted.
Yes, brew a large batch and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add fresh lemon slices and mint just before serving for the best appearance and flavor.
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