Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Ginger Turmeric Iced Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like it's actually doing something good for you — and with this ingredient list, it genuinely might be. Fresh ginger and turmeric are the stars here, simmered low and slow to coax out their warm, earthy depth before green tea bags are steeped right into the mix. A touch of honey rounds out the bitterness, and a squeeze of fresh lemon brightens the whole thing into something refreshing and surprisingly craveable. For anyone managing a sensitive esophagus, finding flavorful drinks that don't rely on common trigger ingredients can feel like a real challenge — this one keeps things clean and straightforward without sacrificing any complexity. The straining step is key: it removes all the fibrous ginger solids so every sip is completely smooth. Make a big pitcher at the start of the week and you'll have a chilled, soothing drink ready to pour over ice whenever you need it.
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4 servings
- 4 cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 3 green tea bags
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine 3 cups water, the sliced ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and a deep golden color.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the green tea bags and steep for 3 minutes, then remove and discard the bags.
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