Brazil Nut Free Lemon Ginger Turmeric Wellness Drink
This golden, warming drink is the kind of thing you want to wrap your hands around on a slow morning or whenever you need a little reset. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric simmer together until the liquid turns a deep, gorgeous amber, filling your kitchen with a spicy, earthy aroma that feels instantly restorative. A squeeze of bright lemon juice and a drizzle of honey balance the heat and earthiness with just the right amount of sweetness and zing. The optional pinch of cayenne takes it up a notch if you like a little fire, and the black pepper is there for good reason — it helps your body make the most of the turmeric. Everything gets strained smooth so you get all the flavor without any fibrous bits in your cup. The whole thing comes together in under ten minutes with pantry staples and fresh produce, no specialty store required. It's completely free of tree nuts and any of the common allergen pitfalls that can make wellness drinks tricky to navigate, so you can sip with total peace of mind.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 ½ lemons)
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, grated ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring once or twice, until fragrant and the liquid is a deep golden color, about 3–4 minutes.
- 2
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and honey, adjusting honey to your preferred sweetness.
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