Paleo Turmeric Ginger Tea
Warming, golden, and deeply aromatic, this simmered tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself. Fresh turmeric and ginger are simmered low and slow with a Ceylon cinnamon stick until the water turns a rich, jewel-toned gold ā the color alone is enough to make you want a mug. A squeeze of lemon brightens everything up, while a touch of honey rounds out the earthy spice without overwhelming it. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, which is exactly what makes this such a natural fit for anyone eating closer to the source. Store-bought wellness drinks often sneak in natural flavors, sweeteners, or additives that don't belong on a clean-eating plate, so brewing your own is a genuinely smarter move. It comes together in one small saucepan with almost no effort, and the result is something that feels far more special than the sum of its parts.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 inch fresh turmeric root, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 1ā2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, turmeric slices, ginger slices, and Ceylon cinnamon stick in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is a deep golden color and fragrant.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the honey until dissolved.
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