Dairy Free Whole30 Iced Black Tea
Few drinks are as satisfying as a tall glass of iced black tea, and this version is clean, refreshing, and completely free of dairy or any other additives that might trip you up on a reset. The key is steeping the bags just long enough to hit that deep amber color without crossing into bitter territory — pull them out at the right moment and you're rewarded with a smooth, full-bodied brew every time. Squeezing the bags is a common mistake that releases harsh tannins, so resist the urge and just discard them gently. Cooling the tea over ice before chilling it in the fridge means you're not waiting forever to get to the good part. A squeeze of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint take it from simple to genuinely craveable, making it feel like something you'd order at a café rather than brew at home. It's the kind of drink that fits effortlessly into a whole-foods approach without any compromise on flavor.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 4 lemon wedges (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the 4 tea bags, and steep for 4–5 minutes, until the tea is deep amber and full-flavored. Do not over-steep or the tea will turn bitter.
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