Lupin Free Lemon Balm & Ginger Herbal Tea
There is something deeply soothing about wrapping your hands around a mug of homemade herbal tea, especially one that smells this good. Fresh lemon balm brings a gentle citrusy calm, while ginger and turmeric add warmth and a subtle golden hue that makes the whole thing feel almost medicinal in the best possible way. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up, and a drizzle of honey rounds out the flavor without overpowering the herbs. The optional pinch of black pepper is a smart touch — it pairs naturally with turmeric and gives the brew a barely-there tingle. Everything here is straightforward pantry and garden-fresh produce, so there is no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives that can sneak into packaged teas and blends. The process is simple: simmer, steep, strain, and sweeten — and the result is a fragrant, pale golden-green cup that feels genuinely restorative. Whether you sip it in the morning or wind down with it in the evening, this is the kind of recipe you will 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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