Vegetarian Whole30 Iced Black Tea
Few drinks hit the spot like a tall glass of iced black tea, and this version is as clean and refreshing as it gets. The method is simple but intentional — steeping the bags for just four to five minutes (without squeezing them) keeps the flavor deep and smooth rather than bitter or astringent. Once the hot tea meets the ice and chills down in the fridge, you end up with something genuinely satisfying that feels far more special than it is to make. A squeeze of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint take it from everyday to effortlessly elegant. It's naturally free of added sugars, sweeteners, and anything processed, so it fits right into a clean-eating routine without any label-reading stress. Keep a pitcher in the fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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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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