Almond Free Lemongrass Ginger Tea
There is something deeply soothing about a cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this lemongrass ginger blend delivers that feeling in spades. Fresh lemongrass gets bruised open before simmering, which coaxes out its bright, citrusy oils and fills your kitchen with an incredible fragrance. Sliced ginger and a touch of ground turmeric round out the flavor, giving the brew a gentle warmth and a gorgeous pale golden hue. Honey sweetens things just enough without overpowering the delicate herbal notes, and a thin lemon slice on the side adds a little extra brightness if you're feeling fancy. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-reading stress or ingredient substitutions required — just clean, wholesome sipping. It's the kind of thing you'll want to make on a slow morning or whenever you need a calming, restorative moment in your day.
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2 servings
- 2 stalks lemongrass, tough outer layers removed, cut into 2-inch pieces and lightly bruised
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 ½ cups water
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
For serving
- 1–2 thin slices fresh lemon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Lay the lemongrass pieces on a cutting board and press firmly with the flat side of a knife or the heel of your hand until the stalks crack open slightly — this releases the aromatic oils.
- 2
Combine the lemongrass, ginger, turmeric, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 12–15 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and a pale golden color.
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