Mediterranean Diet Friendly Chamomile, Peppermint & Ginger Tea
This soothing herbal blend is the kind of drink that makes you want to slow down and actually enjoy a quiet moment. Fresh ginger is simmered first to coax out its warming, slightly spicy depth before the chamomile and peppermint are steeped in — a layered approach that gives the final cup real complexity. A touch of vanilla powder rounds everything out with a subtle sweetness that feels almost luxurious without adding any heaviness. A drizzle of honey at the end lets you dial in the sweetness exactly where you want it. The whole thing comes together with whole, recognizable ingredients that align beautifully with a plant-forward, minimally processed way of eating — no powders, syrups, or anything you'd need to second-guess. It's equally good as a wind-down ritual after dinner or a gentle, caffeine-free start to the morning.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
- ½ cup fresh peppermint leaves, loosely packed
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the water is lightly fragrant and tinged pale yellow.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the dried chamomile flowers and fresh peppermint leaves. Stir once to submerge, then steep for 5 minutes.
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