Tree Nut Free Turmeric Green Iced Tea with Lemon
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. Turmeric and fresh ginger give it a warm, earthy backbone, while cinnamon and a pinch of black pepper add just enough complexity to keep every sip interesting. The green tea base ties it all together with a subtle grassy note, and a squeeze of fresh lemon brightens the whole thing beautifully. Honey rounds out the flavor without overpowering the spices, making it feel naturally balanced rather than sweet for sweetness's sake. Every single ingredient here is whole, simple, and completely free of tree nuts — no label-reading required, no hidden almond milk or cashew-based additives to worry about. The method is straightforward: simmer, steep, strain, chill, and pour over ice. It's the kind of refreshing, feel-good beverage you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week long.
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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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