Lemongrass Tea
Elevate your tea time with this refreshing and aromatic Lemongrass Tea recipe. Infused with fragrant fresh lemongrass stalks, this soothing beverage is a delightful blend of citrusy and herbal notes, perfect for relaxation or a mid-day pick-me-up. A touch of honey adds natural sweetness, while optional ingredients like fresh ginger enhance the warming spice, and lime juice offers a tangy twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile drink can be served piping hot to calm the senses or chilled over ice for a cooling treat. With its healthful ingredients and invigorating flavor, Lemongrass Tea is a naturally caffeine-free delight that’s ideal for any time of the day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass stalks
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (optional)
Instructions
Start by thoroughly washing the lemongrass stalks under running water to remove any dirt.
Once clean, trim the ends and remove any dry outer leaves from the lemongrass stalks.
Cut the stalks into 1-2 inch pieces, then gently bruise them using the side of a knife or a rolling pin to release their essential oils.
If using ginger, peel the ginger piece and slice it thinly.
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add the prepared lemongrass pieces and sliced ginger (if using) to the boiling water.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Once simmered, remove the saucepan from heat and strain the tea into a teapot or directly into mugs to remove the lemongrass and ginger pieces.
Add honey to the strained tea, stirring well until it dissolves. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Optionally, add fresh lime juice to the tea for a zesty kick.
Serve the lemongrass tea hot, or let it cool and serve over ice for a refreshing iced tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
273 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1045 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
