Paleo Lemon Ginger Tea
There is something deeply comforting about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of something bright, spicy, and just a little sweet. This simple stovetop brew uses fresh ginger, real lemon juice, and a touch of honey — nothing processed, nothing packaged, just whole ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. The ginger simmers low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, pulling out that warm, peppery depth that pairs so beautifully with the citrus. Honey steps in as the natural sweetener here, which is what makes this a clean fit for anyone eating ancestral-style without reaching for refined sugar. It comes together in about fifteen minutes and strains into two mugs that look genuinely elegant with a thin lemon slice floating on top. Whether you're fighting off a cold, winding down after dinner, or just craving something soothing that won't derail your eating habits, this is the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about a 2-inch piece)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1–2 tsp honey, or to taste
For serving
- 2 thin lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and pale golden.
- 2
Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and honey, adjusting honey to your preferred sweetness.
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