Authentic Era-Style Lemon-Infused Green Tea
A revitalizing tea blend inspired by 'authentic' era details, featuring bright lemon notes and a smooth, herbal finish. This Asian-inspired recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together green tea leaves, fresh lemon zest, honey for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 30 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp green tea leaves
- 1/2 tsp fresh lemon zest
- 1 tsp honey
- 8 oz water
- 2 fresh mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 8 oz water in a saucepan until just below boiling (about 175°F), then remove from heat. Add 1 tsp green tea leaves and let steep for 2 minutes until vibrant green.






