Walnut Free Green Tea with Honey and Lemon
Bright, clean, and genuinely soothing, this mug of green tea with honey and lemon is the kind of simple pleasure that never gets old. The trick to getting it right is temperature — heating the water to just below a boil keeps the tea smooth and grassy rather than sharp or astringent. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a citrusy lift, while raw honey melts in to round out the flavor with a gentle sweetness. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution required. It's a wonderfully fuss-free recipe that comes together in just a few minutes with things most kitchens already have on hand. Serve it with an optional lemon slice for a little extra elegance, or just wrap your hands around the mug and enjoy it as-is.
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1 serving
- 1 green tea bag (or 1 tsp loose-leaf green tea)
- 8 oz filtered water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about ½ lemon)
- 1 tsp raw honey
For serving
- 1 thin lemon slice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the water in a kettle or small saucepan until it reaches 175–185°F (79–85°C) — just below a full boil, with small bubbles beginning to rise from the bottom. Avoid a rolling boil, which can make green tea taste bitter.
- 2
Place the tea bag in a mug and pour the hot water over it. Steep for 2–3 minutes, until the tea is a clear pale gold-green.
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