Keyword: Moroccan-Style Iced Melon Mint Tea Recipe
Servings: 8Servings
Calories: 48kcal
Equipment
Large Saucepan
blender
Stirring spoon
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
8cupswater
6tea bagsblack or green tea
1/4cupsugar
4cupscubed meloncantaloupe or honeydew
1/4cupfresh mint leaves
1/4cupfresh lemon juice
Ice cubes
Instructions
In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
Add the tea bags and sugar, and stir until the sugar dissolves.
Reduce the heat and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
In a blender, combine the melon, mint leaves, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
Add the melon mixture to the tea and stir well.
Refrigerate the tea until chilled, about 1 hour.
Serve the tea over ice.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Use a ripe and juicy melon for the best flavor.If you don't have fresh mint leaves, dried mint can be used instead.Make sure to let the tea cool to room temperature before adding the melon mixture to avoid cooking the fruit.To speed up the chilling process, chill the tea in the refrigerator before adding ice.
