Artificial Food Coloring Free Nettle Ginger Detox Tea
Bright, zingy, and deeply nourishing, this herbal brew is the kind of thing you'll want to reach for first thing in the morning or whenever you need a gentle reset. Dried nettle leaf brings an earthy, mineral-rich base, while fresh ginger adds a warming kick that builds beautifully with every sip. A squeeze of lemon lifts the whole cup, and a drizzle of raw honey rounds it out with just enough natural sweetness. Every single ingredient here is exactly what it looks like — no synthetic dyes, no artificial additives, nothing that requires a magnifying glass on a label. For anyone trying to cut out artificial food coloring, store-bought teas and flavored drinks can be a minefield of unnecessary additives, so making your own is genuinely the easiest solution. The process is simple enough to become a daily ritual: a quick simmer, a short steep, and a strain into your favorite mug. It's wholesome, warming, and completely free of anything you wouldn't want in your cup.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried nettle leaf
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 tsp raw honey, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat, add the dried nettle leaf, and steep for 5 minutes.
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