Lemon Iced Tea

Jun 8, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Lemon Iced Tea in a glass on an oak patio table

A refreshing iced tea brewed strong and balanced with fresh lemon juice and a touch of sweetness, served over ice.

Prep 5 min

Cook 5 min

Total 10 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

2.0black tea bags
6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)hot water
4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)cold filtered water
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)fresh lemon juice
1.0 tsp (5.0 g)granulated sugar

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Instructions

Brew the black tea bags in 6 fl oz (180 ml) of hot water for 4-5 minutes to make a strong tea then remove the tea bags.
Stir in the granulated sugar and fresh lemon juice while the tea is still warm.
Add 4 fl oz (120 ml) cold filtered water and pour the lemon tea over 1 cup (240 ml) of ice.
Stir gently and serve immediately.

Tips

Adjust the lemon juice and sugar to your taste preferences. For a quicker chill, brew the tea in advance and refrigerate before assembling.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make lemon iced tea?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make lemon iced tea ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

A refreshing iced tea brewed strong and balanced with fresh lemon juice and a touch of sweetness, served over ice.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

24 Calories / serving

0.0g Fat

6.4g Carbs

0.2g Protein

5.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~24 cal · 0g fat · 6g carbs · 0g protein · 5g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 24 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 5 min·0.3 mi·~600 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 3 min·0.2 mi·~300 steps
Moderate cycling 2 min·0.4 mi
Swimming laps 3 min
Jogging 2 min·0.2 mi·~300 steps
Stair climbing 2 min·~200 steps
Dancing 4 min
Bodyweight circuit training 2 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 6 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.