Cinnamon Free Nettle Ginger Detox Tea
Warming, earthy, and bright with a gentle kick of ginger, this herbal tea is the kind of thing you'll want to curl up with on a slow morning or after a long day. Nettle leaf brings a grassy depth that pairs beautifully with the zing of fresh lemon juice, and the optional drizzle of raw honey rounds everything out without overpowering the natural flavors. For anyone who needs to avoid cinnamon, so many "detox" or wellness teas on store shelves sneak it in — either as a featured ingredient or tucked into a blend — making this simple homemade version a genuinely reliable alternative. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so there's no guesswork about what's actually in your cup. The method is just as unfussy: a quick simmer, a short steep, and a strain, and you're done. It's the kind of recipe that feels restorative without requiring any special equipment or hard-to-find pantry staples.
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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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