Nightshade Free Bone Broth Lemon Ginger Tea
Warm, deeply savory, and brightened with citrus, this mug of simmered bone broth is the kind of thing you'll want to reach for on a cold morning or whenever you need something genuinely restorative. The combination of fresh ginger, turmeric, and lemon zest simmered right into the broth creates a fragrant, golden liquid that smells incredible before you even take a sip. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a touch of honey stirred in at the end balance the richness of the broth with just the right amount of brightness and sweetness. For anyone navigating a nightshade-free lifestyle, this recipe is naturally in the clear — no tomatoes, peppers, or hidden spice blends to second-guess, just clean, whole ingredients from start to finish. It comes together in a single saucepan and strains beautifully into two mugs, making it an easy option for sharing or saving one for later. The pinch of sea salt is a small but smart addition that rounds out every sip and keeps it tasting like something you'd order at a wellness café rather than whip up at home.
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2 servings
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp honey, or to taste
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
For serving
- 1 thin slice fresh lemon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the bone broth, sliced ginger, turmeric, and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to medium-low and cook for 8 minutes, until the broth is fragrant and the ginger has softened.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, honey, and sea salt until the honey dissolves.
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