Posted on June 9, 2011
Green Tea Pomegranate Lemonade
The popular tea boasts a smorgasbord of health benefits and, thanks to Clean Eating, a bevy of flavors as well. The sweet side of pomegranate balances the tartness of lemon juice.
By Alison Lewis | Photo: Gibson & Smith
Serves: 8
Hands-on time: 5 minutes.
Total time: 37 minutes (includes chilling time).
CATEGORY:
Gluten Free, Under 45 Minutes, Vegetarian
Hands-on time: 5 minutes.
Total time: 37 minutes (includes chilling time).
CATEGORY:
Gluten Free, Under 45 Minutes, Vegetarian
INGREDIENTS:
- 7 green tea bags
- 7 cups hot water
- 1/4 cup Sucanat
- 1/4 to 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup 100% pomegranate juice
- Ice cubes, as required
- Lemon slices and fresh mint for garnish (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a large bowl or pitcher, combine tea bags and water, steeping bags for 5 minutes. Add Sucanat, then lemon and pomegranate juices, stirring until Sucanat is dissolved. Chill for at least 30 minutes. Discard bags, add ice and pour into glasses. Serve garnished with a lemon slice and mint, if desired.
Nutritional Bonus:
Rich in flavonoids (namely catechins and kaempferols), green tea’s antioxidant and anti-carcinogenic properties have now become famous. But numerous studies have shown that the tea may also help reduce your risk of diabetes, promote mental alertness and lower stress hormone levels.
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TIP:
TIP: If you like your lemonade a bit less tart, use only 3/4 cup lemon juice in your brew.
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