Legume Free Turmeric Ginger Iced Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — and it tastes incredible while doing it. Fresh ginger simmers with ground turmeric and a pinch of black pepper until the liquid turns a rich, jewel-like yellow that's almost too pretty to drink. The black pepper isn't just a quirky addition; it helps the turmeric do its thing and adds a subtle warmth that balances the brightness of fresh lemon juice. Maple syrup brings just enough sweetness without overpowering the earthy, spiced base, and the whole thing gets strained smooth before hitting the ice. For anyone navigating legume-free eating, this is a refreshing reminder that your options are anything but limited — every single ingredient here is naturally in the clear, no label-checking required. It's the kind of pitcher drink you'll want to keep in the fridge all week, ready to pour over ice whenever the craving hits.
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4 servings
For the tea
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 pinch black pepper
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced ginger, ground turmeric, and black pepper in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep golden-yellow and fragrant.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the tea bags and steep for 4 minutes, then remove and discard the tea bags.
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