Green Tea with Lemon

Prep Time:

5 minutes including steeping

Cook Time:

Serves:

1 serving

Level:

Beginner

About the Recipe

This refreshing tea boosts hydration, supports metabolism, skin elasticity, and cardiovascular health with antioxidants and vitamin C. Can be served hot or cooled.

Nutritional information:
Energy: 45 kJ (11 cal)
Protein: 0.3 g
Carbohydrates: 2.3 g (Sugars 0.7 g)
Fat: 0 g
Fibre: 0.2 g
Micronutrient Highlights: Vitamin C (lemon), Catechins (green tea), Potassium (lemon)

Ingredients

1 green tea bag (or 1 tsp loose leaf green tea)

250 mL hot water (~80°C)

1–2 slices fresh lemon

Preparation

Heat water to just under boiling (about 80°C). TIP: if you have an ordinary kettle, add a little cool water to your cup first, then pour in the boiling water to create water ~80°C
Place green tea bag or leaves in a mug.
Pour water over and steep for 2–3 minutes.
Remove tea bag/leaves, squeeze lemon slice lightly into the tea and drop it in. Serve hot.