Lemon-Ginger Green Tea

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Lindsey Goodwin
Lindsey Goodwin is a food writer and tea consultant with more than 12 years of experience exploring tea production and culture.
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Lindsey Goodwin
Updated 08/17/19
Green Tea
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Prep: 3 mins
Cook: 4 mins
Total: 7 mins
Serving: 1 to 2 servings
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)
72 Calories
0g Fat
15g Carbs
4g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 1 to 2
Amount per serving
Calories 72
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 19mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Protein 4g
Calcium 33mg 3%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

This green tea recipe has the health benefits and zingy flavor of ginger plus the refreshing citrus taste of lemon thanks to Lemon-Ginger Simple Syrup. Just make a batch of simple syrup in advance, and you can make hot or iced Lemon-Ginger Green Tea in about six minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon green tea (such as Houjicha, Sencha or Kukicha)
  • 1 cup simmering water
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon-Ginger Simple Syrup
  • (For iced tea) 1 cup ice

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. Steep the tea for three minutes.

  3. Strain and add Lemon-Ginger Simple Syrup.

  4. Serve hot or pour over ice.

  5. Enjoy!