If you like a dash of milk in your tea, almond milk is a healthy alternative to cow's milk if you are lactose intolerant or choose not to consume dairy products.
Calories
A cup of tea provides only 2 calories, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Add 2 tbsp. of almond milk, and your cup of tea will have 10 calories. If you use almond milk to prepare an 8-oz. tea latte, your drink will have 62 calories.
Basic Nutrition
A cup of tea with 2 tbsp. of almond milk provides 9 g of carbohydrates, 7 of which come from sugar. You'll also get 1 g of protein, 2.5 g of mostly monounsaturated fat, as well as 1 g of fiber.
Vitamins and Minerals
A cup of tea with almond milk has a little bit of calcium, vitamin E, vitamin B12 and vitamin D. The tea in the drink provides antioxidants that may improve artery health and lower bad cholesterol, according to the Harvard Medical School.
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