Seeds Free Lemon-Ginger Peppermint Tea
There is something deeply comforting about wrapping your hands around a mug of homemade tea, and this bright, warming blend delivers on every level. Fresh ginger simmers with lemon zest until the kitchen smells incredible, then dried peppermint steeps in to add a cool, herbal lift that balances the citrus perfectly. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a touch of honey round everything out, giving you a drink that feels both soothing and invigorating at the same time. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward — no blends, no packets, no mystery additives — you never have to second-guess what's in your cup. It's a genuinely clean recipe that works beautifully for anyone navigating seed-related restrictions, since nothing on this ingredient list raises any concern. Make it when you need something cozy on a cold afternoon, or whenever your throat needs a little extra kindness.
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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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