Paleo Lemon-Basil Rosehip Berry Tea

Total time20 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time10 min

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There is something deeply satisfying about a hot drink made entirely from real, whole ingredients — no tea bags, no mystery additives, just fruit, herbs, and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Dried rosehips and mixed berries simmer together until the liquid turns a stunning deep ruby-red, building a naturally tart, floral base that smells incredible even before you take a sip. Fresh basil steeps in off the heat, adding a subtle herbal warmth that plays beautifully against the brightness of the lemon juice. A touch of honey rounds everything out without tipping the balance into sweetness overload. Because every ingredient here is clean and unprocessed, this tea fits effortlessly into a grain-free, whole-foods lifestyle without any label-reading stress. It's the kind of cozy, nourishing drink that feels like a treat but asks almost nothing of you in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

2 servings

2 cups water
2 tbsp dried rosehips
¼ cup fresh or frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
6 fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
1–2 tsp honey, to taste

For serving

2 thin lemon slices (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the water and dried rosehips in a small saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
2
Add the mixed berries, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 8 minutes, until the berries have softened and the liquid is a deep ruby-red.

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