Carrageenan Free Lemon Balm & Ginger Herbal Tea
Warm, fragrant, and genuinely soothing, this herbal tea blends fresh lemon balm, ginger, and turmeric into a cup that feels like a reset button for your whole day. Carrageenan — a thickener and stabilizer derived from seaweed — sneaks into a surprising number of packaged teas, creamers, and flavored drinks, making store-bought options trickier than they look. Brewing from scratch with whole, recognizable ingredients means you know exactly what's in your mug and what isn't. The ginger and turmeric simmer together first, building a warm, slightly spicy base before the delicate lemon balm leaves are steeped off the heat to preserve their bright, herbal character. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of honey pull everything into balance — earthy, citrusy, and just sweet enough. That optional pinch of black pepper is a smart touch, enhancing the turmeric's natural properties without changing the flavor in any noticeable way. It's the kind of tea you'll want to make on a slow morning or whenever you need something genuinely comforting in your hands.
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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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