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Skinny Fruit Tea

A refreshing, guilt-free tea infused with mixed fruits and lemon for a delightful summer drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Various
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tea bags green tea or herbal tea
  • 1 cup mixed fresh fruits berries, citrus, or melon
  • 2 tablespoons honey or sweetener of choice optional
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Equipment

  • Teapot or saucepan
  • Strainer
  • Measuring cups
  • Pitcher for serving
  • Chopping board and knife

Method
 

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a teapot or saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat and add 2 tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
  3. While steeping, wash and chop the mixed fruits into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Remove tea bags and pour the tea into a pitcher.
  5. Add chopped fruits to the pitcher and stir gently.
  6. If desired, add 2 tablespoons of honey or sweetener and stir until dissolved.
  7. Pour in the juice of 1 lemon and stir.
  8. Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Serve the chilled tea in glasses and garnish with additional fruit slices or mint leaves if desired.

Notes

Enjoy this refreshing drink any time of the year. For a warm version, serve hot without chilling.