Legume Free Nettle Ginger Detox Tea
Earthy, bright, and warming all at once, this herbal tea is the kind of thing you want to curl up with on a slow morning or after a long day. Dried nettle leaf brings a grassy, mineral depth that pairs beautifully with the sharp heat of fresh ginger, while a squeeze of lemon lifts the whole cup into something genuinely refreshing. The raw honey is optional, but even a small drizzle rounds out the flavor in the best way. Because this recipe is built entirely from whole botanicals, fresh produce, and a natural sweetener, it sidesteps the legume-derived additives and fillers that can sneak into commercial wellness teas and blends. The method is simple — a short simmer for the ginger, a gentle steep for the nettle, and a quick strain — so you get a clean, clear brew without any fuss. It's the kind of ritual that feels intentional without requiring much effort at all.
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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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