Almond Free Lemon Balm & Ginger Herbal Tea
This herbal tea is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually enjoy the moment — warm, fragrant, and genuinely soothing from the very first sip. Fresh lemon balm brings a gentle citrusy brightness, while ginger and turmeric add a subtle warmth and golden hue that feels almost medicinal in the best possible way. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of honey round everything out, letting you dial the sweetness exactly to your liking. Tree nuts have no place in this recipe whatsoever — every ingredient is straightforward and easy to source without any label-reading anxiety. The technique is simple: a short simmer to coax out the ginger and turmeric, then a quick steep with the lemon balm to preserve its delicate, aromatic oils. That pinch of black pepper is optional, but it plays nicely with the turmeric and gives the brew a tiny, pleasant kick. Whether you're winding down after a long day or just craving something cozy and homemade, this tea delivers serious comfort in under fifteen minutes.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup fresh lemon balm leaves, loosely packed
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, ginger slices, and turmeric in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the lemon balm leaves and, if using, the black pepper. Let steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and pale golden-green.
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