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Refreshing Strawberry Sweet Tea

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Brewing
  • Cuisine: Southern

Description

Indulge in this vibrant Strawberry Sweet Tea, blending the sweetness of fresh strawberries with robust black tea. The perfect thirst-quencher for warm days!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 4 cups water
  • 3 black tea bags
  • 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Brew the Tea: Boil 4 cups of water in a pot. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes.
  2. Prepare Strawberries: In a bowl, combine the quartered strawberries with 1/2 cup of sugar. Allow them to sit for about 10 minutes to release their juices.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Remove the tea bags and pour the warm tea over the sweetened strawberries. Gently mix to combine.
  4. Add Lemon Juice: Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
  5. Chill: Let the mixture cool at room temperature, then transfer to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  6. Serve: Pour over ice in glasses and garnish with additional strawberry slices or lemon wedges if desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding mint leaves or experimenting with different types of tea like green or herbal. - Adjust the sweetness level based on your preference by tasting as you go.