Hibiscus Iced Tea Recipe
Provides a burst of flavor without the calories.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Brew the Hibiscus Tea
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add 1 cup of dried hibiscus flowers. Let it steep for about 15 minutes.
- 2
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the mixture into a pitcher to remove the hibiscus flowers. You should have a deep red liquid.
- 3
Sweeten the Tea
While the tea is still warm, stir in 2 tablespoons of honey or your preferred sweetener until fully dissolved.
- 4
Add Lime Juice
Mix in 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice for a refreshing twist.
- 5
Chill the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
- 6
Serve
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled hibiscus tea over the ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
