Paleo Turmeric Ginger Iced Tea

Total time50 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time10 min

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This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a treat while quietly doing something good for you. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric are simmered together until the liquid turns a deep, jewel-like yellow, and a pinch of black pepper — a classic pairing with turmeric — rounds out the blend beautifully. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener here, keeping things completely grain-free and refined-sugar-free without sacrificing that touch of sweetness that makes iced tea so satisfying. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the whole thing up and balances the earthy warmth of the spices. The process is simple: simmer, steep, strain, and chill — no complicated techniques or specialty equipment beyond a fine-mesh strainer and a pitcher. It's the kind of recipe that looks impressive poured over ice with a lemon slice on the rim but comes together with almost no effort. Whether you're sipping it poolside or just need a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up, this one delivers serious flavor with nothing to second-guess.

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Ingredients

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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