Nightshade Free Ginger Turmeric Iced Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like it's doing something good for you with every sip. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric simmer together until the liquid turns a deep, jewel-like amber, then green tea bags steep right into that spiced base for a layered, complex flavor that's anything but boring. A touch of honey rounds out the earthiness, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the whole thing beautifully. Avoiding nightshades doesn't mean giving up bold, exciting flavors — every ingredient here is naturally free of tomatoes, peppers, and potatoes without any substitutions or workarounds needed. The black pepper in the recipe actually helps your body absorb the turmeric more effectively, which is a small but satisfying detail. It's refreshing enough to sip on a hot afternoon and interesting enough to serve to guests who will absolutely ask what's in 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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