Low Iodine Ginger Turmeric Iced Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a wellness ritual and a refreshing treat all at once. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric simmer together until the liquid turns a deep, jewel-like amber, while cinnamon and a pinch of black pepper add surprising warmth and depth. Green tea brings a gentle, grassy backbone that ties everything together beautifully. A touch of honey and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice round out the flavor with just the right balance of sweet and bright. Because this recipe relies entirely on whole spices, fresh produce, and simple pantry staples, it sidesteps the hidden iodine concerns that can come with packaged teas, flavored drinks, or processed sweeteners. Everything here is straightforward and made from scratch, so you stay in full control of what goes into your glass. Pour it over ice with a few lemon slices and it's the kind of drink you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week.
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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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