Chicken Free Nettle Ginger Detox Tea
Warm, earthy, and just a little zingy, this herbal brew is the kind of thing you'll want to curl up with on a slow morning or after a long day. Dried nettle leaf brings a grassy depth that pairs beautifully with the bright heat of fresh ginger, while a squeeze of lemon lifts the whole cup into something that feels genuinely restorative. The optional drizzle of raw honey rounds out any bitterness and makes it feel like a treat rather than a remedy. Since every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free from any animal products, there's zero guesswork about what's in your mug. The method is refreshingly simple — a short simmer, a quick steep, and a strain — so you're not hovering over the stove for long. It's the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you're doing something good for yourself, and honestly, you probably are.
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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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