Peach-Thyme Iced Tea - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Drink

This Peach-Thyme Iced Tea is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Robin Bashinsky If you have an herb garden, let it shine by clipping some fresh sprigs of thyme for this recipe. Also, if you've picked up some ripe (or even overripe) peaches, they work absolutely perfectly in this refreshing iced tea.

Ingredients

1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp. honey
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
8 cups water (2 cups at room temperature, 6 cups boiling)
6 cups fresh or frozen peach slices
10 regular-size black tea bags
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
9 ounces bourbon, optional
Thyme sprigs and lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

Place honey, chopped thyme, room-temperature water and 4 cups of the peaches in a pan. Cover and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Stir and reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Pour mixture through a wire-mesh strainer, pressing solids to extract juices.
Place tea bags and remaining 2 cups peaches in a 3-quart heatproof pitcher. Add boiling water; let steep 15 minutes. Discard tea bags. Stir in lemon juice, peach syrup and bourbon, if desired. Serve over ice. Garnish with thyme sprigs and lemon slices.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Honey.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balan...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peach-Thyme Iced Tea good for PCOS?

Yes, this Peach-Thyme Iced Tea recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Drink with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Drink. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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