Lemon Tea Smoothie

A Lemon Tea Smoothie is a refreshing, blended beverage that combines the classic flavors of lemon tea with a creamy, smoothie-like texture. It typically includes brewed tea (like black or green tea), fresh lemon juice, sweetener, and often a base like yogurt, milk, or ice cream. This drink is a popular modern twist on traditional iced lemon tea, found in cafes and bubble tea shops worldwide, especially across Asia.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This smoothie is generally high in carbohydrates, primarily from natural sugars in the fruit and any added sweeteners or dairy, while being low in protein and fat unless yogurt or milk is included. It provides a good boost of vitamin C from the lemon and antioxidants from the tea, with a rough calorie range of 150-300 per serving depending on the recipe.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	15 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Folate	15 mcg
Manganese	0.2 mg
Iron	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a fusion of Eastern tea traditions with Western smoothie trends, often customized with toppings like tapioca pearls in bubble tea shops. Nutritionally, the combination of tea's catechins and lemon's vitamin C may enhance antioxidant absorption, making it a flavorful way to enjoy health benefits.