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    Home » Recipes » Drinks & Smoothies

    Feb 3, 2023 by Katie

    Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea

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    This lemon ginger turmeric tea is a golden elixir, a harmony of tangy and sweet with spicy undertones of ginger. The turmeric adds an earthy depth to this recipe.

    I love the idea of including this tea recipe as part of a morning routine; it’ll start your day off with a kick and put a little spring in your step, for sure.

    honey being added to a glass of lemon ginger turmeric tea.

    This tea is the gentle cousin of my recipe for a Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shot. With this tea, though, the ingredients are less concentrated as they are steeped and then strained out.

    This brew is meant to be sipped and savored. It can be built into your daily routine (also instead of your morning coffee) and enjoyed as part of a leisurely or mindful moment or to boost your antioxidant intake.

    This ginger tea is also caffeine free and therefore, a good night time choice and great alternative to coffee.

    Jump to:
    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Lemon ginger turmeric tea benefits
    • Ingredients & substitution notes
    • How to make lemon ginger turmeric tea
    • Top tips
    • Optional add-ins & variations
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storage
    • FAQ
    • More healthy drink recipes
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    Here are a few reasons to make and include this lemon ginger tea in your routine:

    • It's a beautifully balanced tea that’s full of harmonious and natural flavors.
    • The perfect drink and cozy alternative to herbal tea or coffee to warm you up in cold weather
    • It includes a variety of ingredients that will support the immune system.
    • Simple to make in around 10 minutes.

    Lemon ginger turmeric tea benefits

    Here are a few of the benefits of the core ingredients in this recipe:

    Turmeric: is known for its wonderful anti-inflammatory properties and abilities. In addition, this golden ingredient is said to be a powerful antioxidant that helps the body fight damage from free radicals.

    Lemons: are a good source of citric acid and vitamin C! A diet high in vitamin c may have a protective effect agains heart disease. Vitamin C also facilitates iron absoprtion and may help prevent anemia. You can read more about the health benefits of lemons here.

    Ginger: a real powerhouse with its antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory compounds. It's also anti-inflammatory and said to be effective in fighting chronic inflammation. Taking in fresh ginger may be effective in soothing nausea (especially in pregnant women) and have a positive effect on blood pressure.

    Ingredients & substitution notes

    all ingredients needed for making lemon ginger turmeric tea.
    • Ginger: Choose plump and good-quality fresh ginger. You want the juicy pieces of ginger root, not the wrinkled ones. If you can’t find fresh ginger anywhere, you could double up on the turmeric.
    • Turmeric: As with ginger, choose fresh and ‘juicy’ turmeric.
    • Fresh Lemon Juice: if you can’t get hold of fresh lemons, try fresh orange or grapefruit as an alternative in this recipe.
    • Maple syrup: Agave nectar or a little honey will go beautifully in place of maple syrup.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    How to make lemon ginger turmeric tea

    peeled and finely chopped ginger and turmeric on a cutting board.

    STEP 1: Peel and chop up the fresh ginger root and turmeric.

    1 freshly squeezed lemon.

    STEP 2: Squeeze the lemon juice from the lemons.

    STEP 3: Add all the ingredients to a medium-sized pot other than the maple syrup. Allow the tea to simmer for 5 minutes. Turn the heat off and leave the ingredients to be steep, and infuse in the water for another 5 minutes.

    lemon ginger turmeric tea being poured through a fine mesh sieve into a cup.

    STEP 4: Strain the tea through a cloth or fine-mesh strainer. Sweeten the tea with maple syrup and enjoy.

    Top tips

    • Turmeric stains! It stains anything and everything really such as your skin and cooking ware. I recommend wearing gloves while peeling the turmeric. Keep your white pots and tea cups away from this golden and glossy ingredient.
    • Increase the strength. The longer the tea steeps, the stronger it will be.
    • Grate or finely chop the fresh ingredients. The finer you chop the ingredients, the more potently they will infuse the water.
    • Choose the best ingredients. This sounds basic, but the quality of your ingredients will impact the benefits of the tea.
    lemon ginger tea on a marble plate.

    Optional add-ins & variations

    • Pinch of Black Pepper: Adds a little kick to the tea and aids in the absorption of curcumin in the turmeric.
    • Fresh orange Juice or Grapefruit: or other citrus fruit instead of lemon.
    • Cinnamon: adding in a few cinnamon sticks or a little powder will layer in another dimension of earthy flavor.
    • Fresh Mint Leaves: lifts the tea and makes it a little more fragrant.
    • Organic Lemon Peel: You could also add some lemon peel or lemon slices for more tangy flavors.

    Serving suggestions

    These are my favorite dishes to serve with this ginger tea:

    • Millet Porridge
    • Pancakes Without Baking Powder
    • 5-Ingredient Vegan Banana Bread (Healthy + Easy)
    • Chia Pudding With Almond Milk

    Storage

    You can store your tea in an airtight container, in the refrigerator, for up to a day.

    FAQ

    Can I replace the fresh turmeric root with turmeric powder?

    Yes, choose a good quality, preferably organic ground turmeric powder, for this tea.

    Can I replace the fresh ginger with ginger powder?

    No, ground ginger has a very different flavor profile from fresh ginger and will not be particularly nice in this recipe.

    Do I need to peel the ginger and turmeric?

    Not necessarily, especially if it’s organic. Peeled ginger and turmeric will allow for a larger surface area and increased access to its benefits and flavors.

    What is the best time of day to drink ginger turmeric lemon tea?

    There is no rule about when it is best to drink this tea. It’s a lovely boost to the start of the day but is caffeine free- making it perfect for the evening time as well.

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    • Frozen Fruit Smoothie (without yogurt)
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    honey being added to a glass of lemon ginger turmeric tea.

    Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea

    Author: Katie
    This is the perfect tea if you’re looking for a little extra tender loving care during flu season. Laden with the health benefits of turmeric, ginger, and lemon, this totally tasty tea is a perfect pick-me-up and a lovely addition to your daily ritual.
    If you love this recipe as much as we do, click on the 5-stars below!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
    Servings: 4 cups
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    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger *peeled + finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon fresh turmeric *peeled + finely chopped
    • 1-2 lemon *fresh juice
    • 4 cups water
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional) *or other sweetener of choice

    Instructions

    • Add all of the ingredients except for the maple syrup to a medium sized pot.
      1 tablespoon fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon fresh turmeric, 1-2 lemon, 4 cups water
    • Bring to a simmer and let simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
    • Take the tea off the heat and let sit for another 5- minutes (this will intensify the flavors).
    • Strain the tea using a fine meshed sieve.
    • Sweeten to taste with maple syrup, honey or other sweetener of choice.
      1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
    Pssst...You can find detailed step-by step-photos right above this recipe card

    Video

    Notes

    • Turmeric stains! It stains anything and everything really such as your skin and cooking ware. I recommend wearing gloves while peeling the turmeric. Keep your white pots and tea cups away from this golden and glossy ingredient.
    • Increase the strength. The longer the tea steeps, the stronger it will be.
    • Grate or finely chop the fresh ingredients. The finer you chop the ingredients, the more potently they will infuse the water.
    • Choose the best ingredients. This sounds basic, but the quality of your ingredients will impact the benefits of the tea.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.2mg
    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates.
    Tried this recipe?Leave a rating and comment telling us how you liked it! Or tag @wholefoodsoulfood__kitchen on Instagram so we can admire your creations!

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