Low Iodine Turmeric Green Iced Tea with Lemon
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a treat and a tonic all at once. Warm spices like turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper are simmered together before green tea is steeped right into the mix, creating a deeply aromatic base with gorgeous color. A drizzle of honey and a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice round everything out with just the right balance of sweet and bright. For anyone navigating a low-iodine approach, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient here is a whole, unprocessed pantry staple with no hidden additives to second-guess. The black pepper is more than a background note; it actually helps your body absorb the turmeric more effectively, which is a nice bonus. Served over ice with a few lemon slices, it's refreshing enough for a hot afternoon but complex enough to feel like something special. Make a big pitcher and keep it in the fridge — it only gets better as the flavors meld.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 green tea bags
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1–2 lemons)
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, turmeric, ginger slices, cinnamon, and black pepper in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then remove from the heat.
- 2
Add the green tea bags to the hot spiced water and steep for 3–4 minutes, until the tea is a deep golden-green. Remove and discard the tea bags — do not squeeze them, as this can make the tea bitter.
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