Paleo Lemon-Ginger Peppermint Tea
There is something deeply comforting about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of something made entirely from scratch, and this bright, zingy tea delivers that feeling in spades. Fresh ginger simmers low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then dried peppermint steeps in to add a cool, herbal depth that plays beautifully against the citrus. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a touch of honey round everything out, giving you that perfect balance of tart, sweet, and spicy in every sip. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, it fits naturally into a real-food lifestyle without any label-reading stress or ingredient substitutions required. The honey keeps it gently sweet without refined sugar, and the lemon zest adds an extra layer of brightness that store-bought teas simply can't replicate. It's an easy, two-mug recipe that feels like a small act of self-care on a slow morning or a chilly evening.
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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
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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