Coconut 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 brings a gentle, citrusy calm, while ginger and turmeric add warmth and a subtle golden hue that looks as good as it tastes. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up, and a drizzle of honey lets you dial in the sweetness exactly how you like it. The pinch of black pepper is optional, but it plays nicely with the turmeric if you want a little extra depth. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from coconut in any form — no hidden oils, no sneaky milk alternatives, nothing to second-guess. It comes together in under fifteen minutes using one saucepan and a strainer, making it an effortless ritual for mornings, evenings, or any moment you need to reset.
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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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