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Ginger Turmeric Lemon Tea

This easy turmeric tea recipe is made with simple and fresh ingredients. Ginger, honey and lemon combine with spices to create an anti-inflammatory hot drink that helps to boost your immune system.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 drinks
Calories 120kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
  • juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • ½ tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • pinch cayenne
  • 3 cups water freshly boiled, but not boiling

Instructions

  • Boil a kettle of water.
  • In a pyrex jug, or other heat poof jug, add all of the ingredients, apart from the boiling water, and whisk until you have a smooth consistency and everything is incorporated.
  • Let the kettle boil, and then let it sit for a few minutes before puring the water into the jug with the other ingredients. Don't add the water if it's boiling.
  • Whisk again well to incorporate all of the ingredients and then pour into two cups.

Notes

  • Fresh lemon juice is a must, please, for the love of god, do not use the bottled stuff!
  • You want to use a really good quality honey, preferably raw, natural and unprocessed.
  • Check that your turmeric powder isn't stale. Take a little of the powder, rub it between your fingers and it should be fragrant. If not, buy some more!
  • When you add the water it shouldn't be boiling. Boil the kettle but let it sit for a few minutes before adding it.
  • This drink isn't for strict vegans due to the honey used. You could sub the honey with maple syrup - I haven't tried this but pretty sure it will work well.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 2mg