Tree Nut Free Lemongrass Ginger Tea
This fragrant, golden tea is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually enjoy the moment. Fresh lemongrass and ginger simmer together until the kitchen smells incredible, and a touch of turmeric gives the brew that warm, sun-colored hue you'd expect from a specialty café. The trick of bruising the lemongrass with the flat of a knife is a small step that makes a huge difference, cracking the stalks open so all those citrusy, floral oils pour right into the water. Honey rounds out the brightness, and a thin lemon slice on top adds a little extra zing if you're feeling fancy. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-checking or substitution stress — just a clean, wholesome cup from start to finish. It's equally good as a morning ritual, an afternoon reset, or a soothing wind-down before bed.
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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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