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Lemon Ginger Tea on top of a teal plate with ginger, lemons, and turmeric.

Immune-Boosting Lemon Ginger Tea

Tessa
Immune-BoostingLemon Ginger Tea is easy, quick, and made with three simple ingredients:ginger, lemon, and water.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 25.3 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces raw sliced ginger, plus more to taste
  • 2 cup filtered hot water
  • 1 slice lemon
  • 1 sprig thyme optional
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup optional (may use honey if not vegan)
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric optional

Instructions
 

  • Wash the ginger, peel (optional) and slice 1 inch pieces
  • Add the ginger and water to a medium saucepan or electric boiler and bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the water turns yellow.
  • Strain the tea and discard the ginger, or leave it in the hot water if you prefer.
  • Pour into a teacup and add the slice of lemon, giving it a squeeze first.
  • For more flavor, add in more lemon, fresh thyme, turmeric, or maple syrup/honey.
  • Optional Additions:
    Lemon, Thyme, Turmeric, and Maple Syrup/Honey

Nutrition

Calories: 25.3kcalCarbohydrates: 6.3gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 25mgSugar: 4.4gVitamin C: 5.3mgCalcium: 14.2mgIron: 0.2mgMagnesium: 4.7mg
Keyword plant-based
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