Pescatarian Green Tea Citrus Lemonade
This refreshing drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long — bright, citrusy, and just a little earthy from the green tea base. The combination of fresh lemon and orange juice gives it a layered tartness that store-bought lemonade simply can't match, while the maple syrup adds a gentle, rounded sweetness without any refined sugar. Steeping the tea bags without squeezing them is a small but smart move that keeps the flavor clean and mellow rather than bitter. Everything comes together in one pitcher, making it an effortless option for backyard gatherings, meal prep, or just a quiet afternoon treat. Since it's built entirely from tea, fresh citrus, and natural sweetener, it fits a plant-forward, seafood-friendly lifestyle without any compromise on flavor. Serve it over plenty of ice with a mint sprig and a lemon slice, and it looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the green tea base
- 3 cups water
- 3 green tea bags
- ¼ cup maple syrup
For the citrus blend
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
- 1 cup cold water
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan, then remove from the heat. Add the green tea bags and steep for 3 minutes, until the tea is a clear, pale gold-green color. Remove and discard the tea bags — do not squeeze them, as this releases bitter tannins.
- 2
Stir the maple syrup into the hot tea until fully dissolved. Let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes, then refrigerate until cold, at least 10 minutes.
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