Description
Mango Iced Tea is a refreshing tropical drink that combines the luscious sweetness of ripe mangoes with the robust flavor of black tea. This vibrant beverage is ideal for warm days, picnics, or gatherings, offering a delightful escape to a sun-soaked paradise with every sip. Quick and easy to prepare, this iced tea will impress your guests and elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 black tea bags
- 2 ripe mangoes (about 2 cups chopped)
- 1/4 cup sugar or sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Brew the tea by boiling 4 cups of water in a saucepan. Remove from heat and steep the tea bags for about 5 minutes.
- While the tea is steeping, peel and chop the mangoes into small chunks.
- In a blender, combine the mango chunks with 1 cup of water and blend until smooth.
- After steeping, remove the tea bags and stir in sugar and lemon juice. Add the mango puree and mix well.
- Chill the mixture in a pitcher for about an hour before serving over ice.
- Garnish with mint leaves or extra mango slices for an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brew
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 76
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping black tea for green or herbal varieties. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can use store-bought mango juice instead of fresh mango but adjust sugar accordingly.