AIP Friendly Lemon-Ginger Peppermint Tea
Few things feel as genuinely restorative as a mug of something warm, bright, and made entirely from ingredients you can trust. This soothing tea brings together fresh ginger, dried peppermint, and real lemon — nothing processed, nothing hidden, just clean, whole-food ingredients that fit neatly within the autoimmune protocol framework. The ginger is simmered first to coax out its warmth and depth, then the peppermint steeps off the heat so its cool, herbal character stays vivid rather than turning bitter. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a touch of honey round everything out with just enough brightness and sweetness. It makes two mugs, so it's perfect for sharing on a slow morning or winding down in the evening. Store-bought herbal blends can be a minefield of added flavors and fillers, so brewing your own from scratch is both safer and genuinely more delicious.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp dried peppermint leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1–2 tsp lemon zest
- 1–2 tsp honey, or to taste
Ingredient noteAIP restricts added sweeteners, but small occasional amounts of unrefined honey are accepted on the protocol; this recipe uses up to ~1 teaspoon per serving, which likely stays within that limited allowance. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
For serving
- 2 thin lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced ginger, and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the dried peppermint leaves and steep for 5 minutes, until the tea is deeply aromatic and pale green.
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