Gut Friendly Honey Dandelion Herbal Tea
Warm, fragrant, and quietly restorative, this herbal tea is the kind of drink that feels like a reset button in a mug. Dandelion root is the backbone here — simmered low and slow to coax out its earthy, slightly bitter depth before the rosemary and fresh mint go in to steep, softening the whole thing into something beautifully aromatic. A spoonful of honey rounds out the bitterness while apple cider vinegar adds a gentle tang that makes the blend feel alive rather than flat. Together, these ingredients are well-regarded for supporting digestion, making this a smart choice when your gut needs a little extra kindness. The process is simple — a short simmer, a brief steep, a quick strain — and the result is a golden, fragrant tea that's ready in minutes. It's the kind of ritual worth building into a morning routine or winding down with after a heavy meal.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp dried dandelion root
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and dried dandelion root in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the rosemary sprigs and mint leaves, then cover and steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
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