Fish Free Dandelion Mint Detox Tea
Bright, herbal, and genuinely soothing, this dandelion and peppermint tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something good for yourself — because you are. Dried dandelion root is simmered low and slow to draw out its earthy, slightly bitter depth, then softened by a generous handful of fresh peppermint leaves that steep right in the pot. A squeeze of lemon juice lifts everything, and a pinch of turmeric adds a warm, golden hue along with its well-loved wellness credentials. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free from any seafood or ocean-derived additives, so there's no label-scanning required. Raw honey and lemon slices make for an optional finishing touch that turns a simple mug into something that feels almost spa-like. It's a lovely ritual for a slow morning or a wind-down evening, and the two-mug yield makes it easy to share.
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2 servings
- 2 cups filtered water
- 2 tsp dried dandelion root
- ¼ cup fresh peppermint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric (optional)
For serving
- raw honey, to taste (optional)
Can be omittedraw honey
- lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the filtered water and dried dandelion root in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the fresh peppermint leaves and the turmeric, if using. Cover and steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden-green.
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