Ginger Root Tea with Lemon and Mint
Yield: 2 servings
Calories: 54kcal
A hot cup of ginger root tea with lemon and mint is a soothing beverage. Three simple ingredients provides a refreshing drink any time of day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 4 slices lemon, ¼-inch thick
- ginger, 2-inch piece, peeled, cut into 8 slices
- 12 mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon honey, or agave, (optional)
Special Equipment
Instructions
- Add water, 3 slices of lemon, and ginger slices in a small pot. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat. Add 10 mint leaves and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add honey or agave if using, add more if desired.
- Strain and serve the tea with a half slice of lemon and one mint leaf.
Notes
- Recipe Yield: 2 cups
- For a single serving cup: Reduce all ingredients in half and add to a large cup. Add very hot water and allow to tea to steep at least 10 minutes, or until the desired flavor is achieved.
Nutrition
Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin C: 7.4mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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