Chicken Free Lemon Balm & Ginger Herbal Tea
This soothing herbal tea is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up somewhere quiet and just breathe for a minute. Fresh lemon balm leaves bring a gentle, citrusy calm to the cup, while ginger and turmeric add warmth and a subtle golden hue that looks almost too pretty to drink. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens everything up, and a drizzle of honey lets you dial in the sweetness exactly how you like it. The whole thing comes together in under fifteen minutes on the stovetop — no fancy equipment, no special skills, just a saucepan and a strainer. Since every single ingredient here is plant-based and whole, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your mug. That optional pinch of black pepper is a small but smart touch, helping the turmeric do its thing. Whether you're winding down in the evening or just need a gentle midday reset, this is the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again.
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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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