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- 1 cup water (I like using filtered water to prevent any chlorine taste)
- One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger root (peeled and sliced) or 1/2 teaspoon of ginger powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh mint leaves (4–5 leaves) or a bag of organic mint tea
- 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon raw honey (optional, depending on your dietary needs)
- A dash of cayenne pepper (optional, for a metabolism boost)
- A small pinch of turmeric powder (optional, for anti-inflammatory benefits)
Instructions
- Begin by boiling your filtered water using a kettle. If you don’t have a kettle, you can boil water in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- While waiting for the water to boil, peel and slice your fresh ginger. If you’re using fresh mint, wash the leaves thoroughly.
- Once your water reaches a boiling point, pour it into a large mug. Add the sliced ginger or ginger powder to the hot water. If you’re using a mint tea bag, add it to the water now.
- Let the ginger and mint steep in the boiling water for about 5 minutes. The longer you let it steep, the more flavorful and concentrated your tea will be.
- After steeping, remove the tea bag (if used) and ginger slices. You can use a strainer for this if needed.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and raw honey (if using). Mix until the honey is completely dissolved.
- If you’re using cayenne pepper and turmeric, add them now. These spices can add a kick to the tea and provide additional detoxifying benefits.
- Sip the detox tea while it’s still warm. Slowly drinking your tea allows you to enjoy its flavors and gives your body time to absorb the nutrients more effectively.
- You can enjoy this tea in the morning to kickstart your metabolism or in the evening to aid digestion.
Notes
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for more servings.
- Sweeten to taste using honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, or stevia, and consider adding a green tea bag for a caffeine boost.
- Adjust the amount of ginger, cayenne pepper, and turmeric based on your spice preference, and try the tea cold by letting it cool and refrigerating it before serving with ice.
- Experiment with other detoxifying herbs like dandelion or nettle, and use lime instead of lemon for a different citrus flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 5 Minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 ounces
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6.1 g
- Sodium: 10.1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6.6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg