Shellfish Free Ginger Turmeric Iced Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — and it tastes incredible while doing it. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric simmer together until the water turns a deep, jewel-like amber, and the addition of green tea, honey, and bright lemon juice rounds everything out into something refreshingly complex. The black pepper is a small but smart touch, helping the turmeric's warmth come through in every sip. Served over ice with a few lemon slices, it's cooling and vibrant — perfect for warm afternoons or anytime you want something more interesting than plain water. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from any seafood or shellfish concerns, so there's zero need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives. It's a straightforward, wholesome brew that comes together entirely from pantry staples and fresh produce.
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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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