Shellfish Free Lemon Balm & Ginger Herbal Tea
Warm, fragrant, and genuinely soothing, this herbal tea is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually enjoy a quiet moment. Fresh lemon balm brings a gentle citrusy brightness, while ginger and turmeric add a subtle warmth and golden color that looks just as good as it tastes. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of honey round everything out, letting you dial the sweetness exactly to your liking. The pinch of black pepper is optional, but it's a smart addition — it helps activate the turmeric and adds the faintest hint of spice. Everything here is straightforward pantry and garden-fresh ingredients, so there's zero guesswork about what's going into your cup. It comes together in under fifteen minutes with nothing more than a saucepan and a strainer, making it an easy ritual for any time of day.
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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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