Paleo Lemon Balm & Ginger Herbal Tea
Warm, fragrant, and genuinely soothing, this herbal tea is the kind of thing you want to curl up with on a slow morning or wind down with after a long day. Fresh lemon balm leaves bring a gentle citrusy calm, while ginger and turmeric add depth and a subtle earthy warmth that feels almost medicinal in the best possible way. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens everything up, and a touch of honey rounds it out without overwhelming the delicate herbal notes. Because every single ingredient here comes straight from nature — no additives, no sweeteners, no grain-based fillers — it fits cleanly into a whole-foods approach without any workarounds or substitutions needed. The optional pinch of black pepper is a smart move too, since it's known to enhance turmeric's natural properties and costs you nothing in flavor. It comes together in under fifteen minutes using just a saucepan and a strainer, making it one of the most effortless feel-good drinks you can brew at home.
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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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