Strawberry-Hibiscus Iced Tea

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To me, nothing says spring like floral flavors. The weather’s getting warmer, things are at least starting to bloom, it’s finally comfortable to sit outside again (when it’s not raining, anyway)… It’s a time that begs for simple, refreshing flavors.

Me, I’m a beverage addict. I struggle to drink plain old water unless I’m actually parched (in which case, there’s nothing better in the world). So I experiment with a huge variety of teas, kefirs, coffee substitutes, and other tasty drinks.

My latest kick is hibiscus. The flavor is unique and the color is absolutely gorgeous. In this Strawberry Hibiscus Iced Tea, hibiscus meets its perfect match with tart strawberries, invigorating mint, and just a tad of honey (you can use more or less to taste, of course).

You can also use two bags each of hibiscus and mint tea (or four bags of a pre-made hibiscus-mint tea) if you can’t get the dried components on their own. Serve over ice, garnish with fresh mint and sliced strawberries, and sit back and enjoy the moment. This makes a wonderful brunch drink!


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Strawberry-Hibiscus Iced Tea
 
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Serves: 16 servings
Ingredients
  • 8 cups water
  • 1½ tbsp dried mint
  • 1½ tbsp dried hibiscus flowers
  • 1 lb strawberries, hulled
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Ice, to serve
Instructions
  1. Bring the water to a boil and combine the mint and hibiscus in a tea ball.
  2. In a large pitcher or tea pot, pour the water over the tea ball and steep for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove the tea ball and discard its contents. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Transfer 1 cup of the tea to a blender and add the strawberries, lemon juice, and honey. Puree until smooth, then stir back into the tea.
  5. Serve over ice.

 

About Christina Feindel

Christina Feindel came to the AIP after she was diagnosed with Hashimoto's, Celiac, and Interstitial Cystitis in her early twenties after more than a decade of declining health. As her degenerative and debilitating symptoms began disappearing, Christina began sharing recipes and experiences at A Clean Plate and is now the author of several healthy e-books. Christina believes that good, healthy food should be accessible and appealing to anyone on any budget, with any amount of time, and with the bare minimum of ingredients. She also believes that any illness can be improved or even eliminated by starting with a clean plate. You can find her on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter.

8 comments

  • JACKIE HOGAN says

    Hi! This looks lovely. Where do you find dried mint leaves? Thanks!

    • Amanda says

      @JACKIE HOGAN You can purchase dried mint leaves from an Indian/Pakistani grocery store, a health food store, spice stores and Walmart (depending on the population diversity in your area because grocery stores tend to cater to the population). You can also buy it online like Amazon, and online grocery delivery services. Try thrivemarket.com – great price and they have a large variety of items.

  • Nadine says

    Where do you find the hibiscus flowers from

    • Mickey Trescott says

      Hi Nadine, I have purchased online from Mountain Rose Herbs in the past!

  • Kristi Bordelon says

    Awesome!!! My mom just gave me tons of her fresh dried hibiscus leaves. I am so eager to try this can I use fresh mint leaves?

    • Mickey Trescott says

      Hi Kristi! You can absolutely use fresh mint!

  • Melissa says

    Are you sure it’s just 1 1/2 Tbs of hibiscus leaves? That seems like there won’t be any taste of them in 8 cups of water? Just wanted to ck. I’m making now and will add more but since you made the recipe I wanted to dbl ck

    • Mickey Trescott says

      Hi Melissa! Yes, hibiscus is pretty potent so that is indeed correct.

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