Watermelon Iced Tea

Sep 12, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Watermelon Iced Tea in a glass on an oak patio table

A refreshing iced tea brewed double strength with watermelon purée for a subtle fruity flavor, served chilled over ice.

Prep 5 min

Cook 3 min

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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servings

2.0black tea bags
6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)hot water
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)watermelon purée
4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)cold filtered water
1.0 cup (240.0 g)ice

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Instructions

Brew the black tea bags in 6 fl oz (180 ml) of hot water for 3 minutes to make a strong brew, then remove the tea bags.
Stir the watermelon purée into the hot tea until well combined.
Add the cold filtered water and stir gently.
Pour the mixture over a cup of ice and serve immediately.

Tips

Use fresh watermelon purée for the best flavor. You can prepare the tea base in advance and refrigerate it for a quick iced tea anytime.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make watermelon iced tea?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 3 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make watermelon iced tea ahead?

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

Is this drink vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.

A refreshing iced tea brewed double strength with watermelon purée for a subtle fruity flavor, served chilled over ice.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

5 Calories / serving

0.0g Fat

1.2g Carbs

0.1g Protein

1.0g Sugar

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

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

Per serving · 5 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 1 min·0.1 mi·~100 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 1 min·0.1 mi·~100 steps
Moderate cycling 1 min·0.2 mi
Swimming laps 1 min
Jogging 1 min·0.1 mi·~150 steps
Stair climbing 1 min·~100 steps
Dancing 1 min
Bodyweight circuit training 1 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 1 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.