Gluten Free Ginger Dandelion Iced Herbal Tea
Earthy, spicy, and just sweet enough, this iced herbal tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself. Dried dandelion root simmers alongside fresh ginger until the liquid turns a gorgeous deep amber — rich, warming, and full of bold flavor that holds up beautifully over ice. A spoonful of honey rounds everything out without masking the complexity of the herbs. Since every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, there's no label-reading required and no concern about hidden additives sneaking into your glass. It's a refreshing alternative to store-bought bottled teas, which can sometimes contain flavorings or additives that aren't always clearly disclosed. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint for a little brightness, and you've got something that looks as good as it tastes. This one is perfect for sipping on a warm afternoon or impressing guests who expect something a little more interesting than lemonade.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried dandelion root
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about 6–8 slices)
- 2 tbsp honey, or to taste
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 sprigs fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, dried dandelion root, and sliced ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is a deep amber color and smells earthy and spicy.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
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