Rice Free Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea
Bright, warming, and deeply aromatic, this golden tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself. Fresh ginger simmers low and slow with turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper until the liquid turns a rich, fragrant gold — then a squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of honey bring it all into balance. The black pepper is a small but smart addition, helping the turmeric do its thing without any extra effort on your part. A pinch of cayenne at the end gives it a gentle kick if you're in the mood for a little heat. Every single ingredient here is naturally grain-free and completely free of rice in any form, so there's no label-reading required — just whole, simple pantry staples. It comes together in one saucepan and strains beautifully into two mugs, making it an easy ritual for a slow morning or a wind-down evening.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 8–10 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, honey, and cayenne, if using.
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