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Refreshing Healthy Iced Green Tea Recipe for a Metabolism Boost

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A crisp, cool, and zesty iced green tea with fresh lemon and mint that refreshes and gently boosts metabolism. Perfect for hot days and sluggish afternoons.

Ingredients

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  • 4 teaspoons green tea leaves or 4 green tea bags (sencha or high-quality loose leaf recommended)
  • 4 cups filtered water
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • A handful of fresh mint leaves (gently bruised)
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons natural sweetener like honey, agave syrup, or maple syrup (optional)
  • Ice cubes (preferably made from filtered water)

Instructions

  1. Bring 4 cups (about 32 fl oz) of filtered water to a boil, then let it cool for 2 minutes to about 175°F (80°C).
  2. Place 4 teaspoons of loose green tea leaves or 4 tea bags into a teapot or heatproof pitcher.
  3. Pour the hot water over the tea and steep for exactly 3 minutes to avoid bitterness.
  4. Remove the tea bags or strain out the leaves carefully.
  5. While the tea is still warm, stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of your chosen sweetener until fully dissolved.
  6. Add 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice and a handful of bruised mint leaves.
  7. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Serve over ice cubes in tall glasses, garnished with extra fresh mint leaves and a lemon wedge.

Notes

Do not rush the cooling step to avoid diluted flavor. Bruising mint leaves releases essential oils without bitterness. Use filtered water for ice cubes to maintain tea flavor. Adjust lemon and sweetener to taste. Variations include adding ginger, cardamom, or using herbal alternatives like basil or lemon balm.

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Keywords: iced green tea, metabolism boost, healthy drink, refreshing tea, lemon mint tea, antioxidant beverage, low calorie drink

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