Soothing Honey Lemon Dandelion Tea Recipe with Fresh Ginger for Relaxation
A comforting and soothing herbal tea combining dandelion root, fresh ginger, honey, and lemon juice. Perfect for relaxation, digestion, and winding down after a busy day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Herbal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon dried dandelion root
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced thin
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups (16 fl oz) filtered water
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or sprig of fresh mint
- Optional: maple syrup or agave syrup as honey substitute
Instructions
- Rinse 1 tablespoon of dried dandelion root under cold water.
- Slice a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger into very thin rounds.
- In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups (16 fl oz) of filtered water, the dandelion root, and fresh ginger slices.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower to a gentle simmer and steep for about 10 minutes.
- Strain the tea using a fine mesh strainer into a mug or teapot to remove dandelion root and ginger pieces.
- Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey, adjusting sweetness to taste, followed by 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Taste and adjust by adding more honey, lemon, or a ginger slice if desired.
Notes
Use fresh ginger for best flavor; avoid bottled lemon juice for brightness; add honey after removing from heat to preserve enzymes; steep ginger thinly sliced for optimal flavor; can store brewed tea in fridge up to 2 days and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 8 fl oz
- Calories: 3050
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 0.2
- Protein: 0.1
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