Gluten Free Lemon Balm & Ginger Herbal Tea
This soothing herbal tea is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually enjoy the moment — warm, fragrant, and gently golden in the cup. Fresh lemon balm brings a bright, citrusy herbaceousness, while ginger and turmeric add a subtle warmth and earthy depth that feels genuinely nourishing. A squeeze of lemon juice and a drizzle of honey round everything out with just the right balance of tart and sweet. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from gluten, so there's no label-reading stress or ingredient swapping required — it's just whole, simple food doing its thing. The optional pinch of black pepper is a smart touch, playing off the turmeric in a way that feels almost alchemical without complicating the process at all. It comes together in one small saucepan with barely any cleanup, making it an easy go-to for a quiet morning or a wind-down evening ritual.
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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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