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Refreshing, low-calorie, antioxidant-rich summer drink
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Watermelon iced tea (240 g) has 53 calories. That works out to 22 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.7 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 10.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Watermelon iced tea combines chilled brewed tea with watermelon juice or muddled fruit. It is best understood as a summery variation on iced tea rather than a dish tied to one particular place, pairing tea’s gentle flavour with ripe watermelon’s juicy sweetness.
Serve it over ice on a hot afternoon, at a picnic or alongside a light meal; a small piece of watermelon makes a simple garnish. In many English-speaking countries, it fits naturally among other homemade fruit iced teas and summer refreshments. It is a light drink, with very little protein or fat and most of its energy coming from carbohydrates. If you prefer a less sweet glass, use more brewed tea and fresh watermelon, and skip or limit any added sweetener.
Selected: 100 g
22
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 93% · Protein 3% · Fat 4%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
4.5mg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
28µg · 3% DV
B5
0.13mg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
8mg · 2% DV
Calcium
7mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
7mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
45mg · 1% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 22 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
Watermelon iced tea is made by combining cooled brewed tea with watermelon juice or blended watermelon. Strain out seeds and pulp if you prefer a clear drink, then add ice and lemon; sweeten only after tasting the ripe fruit.
Watermelon iced tea contains caffeine when it is made with black or green tea. Watermelon itself has none, and choosing decaffeinated tea or a caffeine-free herbal infusion makes the drink caffeine-free or much lower in caffeine.
Watermelon iced tea tastes fruity and refreshing, with the tea adding either a brisk or grassy note. The result varies with the tea and the ripeness of the melon; lemon can sharpen the flavor, while added syrup makes it sweeter.
Yes, watermelon iced tea can be made without added sugar. Ripe watermelon brings natural sweetness, so blend it into the cooled tea and taste before adding anything; unsweetened tea also keeps the fruit flavor from becoming cloying.
Black tea gives watermelon iced tea a bold, familiar iced-tea flavor, while green tea makes it lighter and more delicate. Brew either one briefly enough to avoid bitterness, which can overpower the melon.
Homemade watermelon iced tea is best kept covered in the refrigerator and used within a day. Fresh watermelon can change the drink’s flavor and texture as it sits, so discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
To keep watermelon iced tea from tasting watery, chill the tea and watermelon mixture before serving and add ice at the last moment. You can also freeze watermelon juice into ice cubes so melting cubes add fruit flavor instead of diluting the drink.
Yes, watermelon juice works well in iced tea and blends in more smoothly than chunks of fresh fruit. Use unsweetened juice if possible, since packaged juice or sweetened watermelon drinks can make the tea much sweeter than intended.
Yes, watermelon iced tea is a refreshing summer drink when served cold. Its sweetness and caffeine depend on the ingredients, so choose unsweetened watermelon and caffeine-free tea if you want a fruit-forward drink without caffeine.
Watermelon iced tea pairs well with light summer food such as sandwiches, salads, grilled vegetables, or savory snacks. Its fruity flavor also works with lemony dishes; strongly sweet desserts may make the drink taste less refreshing.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.