Nightshade Free Green Tea Citrus Iced Tea
Bright, refreshing, and naturally free from any of the nightshade family, this citrus iced tea is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly manageable. Green tea is steeped at a careful lower temperature to keep things smooth and mellow, then sweetened with maple syrup for a clean, rounded sweetness that doesn't overpower the citrus. Fresh lemon and orange juice — plus their zests — give the whole pitcher a vibrant, sun-warmed flavor that tastes far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. It's one of those recipes where every element is straightforward and recognizable, which is a genuine relief when you're navigating a restricted diet and don't want to second-guess a single thing in your glass. The tea chills beautifully in the fridge, so you can make it ahead and have it ready to pour over ice whenever the mood strikes. Garnished with citrus slices and a sprig of fresh mint, it also looks stunning enough to serve at a gathering without any extra effort.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 green tea bags
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 medium orange)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp orange zest
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- lemon or orange slices, for garnish (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of water to 175°F (80°C) in a medium saucepan — just below a simmer, with small bubbles beginning to form at the bottom. Remove from heat.
- 2
Add the green tea bags and steep for 3 minutes, then remove and discard the bags. Do not squeeze the bags, as this releases bitter tannins.
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