Lemon Ginger Cinnamon Tea
Feel better with this hot Lemon Ginger Cinnamon Tea made with simple ingredients and perfect for when you're feeling a bit under the weather!
Ingredients
- 2 cups (500 ml) water
- 1 inch (2.5 cm) ginger (chopped or grated, I like adding 2 inches or about 5 cm for a bolder tea with some spice but I recommend 1 inch if you prefer a milder tea)
- 1 stick cinnamon (or 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon)
- 2-3 tbsp (30-45 ml) lemon juice or lime juice (about 1/2 lemon or 2 small limes)
- Sweetener of choice (optional) (I like 1-2 tablespoon of honey, brown sugar or panela but any sweetener works or you can skip it)
Instructions
- Add the water, ginger, and cinnamon to a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and allow to simmer for 5-10 minutes. Turn off the heat, discard the cinnamon stick and whole ginger or strain (if using grated ginger or ground cinnamon). Add in the lemon juice and sweetener, mix and enjoy!
Notes
Variations: orange (add orange peel or a splash of freshly-squeezed orange for a softer, sweeter tea), apple (add a few slices of apple for a cozier fall tea), spiced (add 2-3 cloves, 1-2 lightly crushed cardamom pods or a dash of black pepper), herbal (add a few leaves of mint, lemongrass or a dash of turmeric), iced: Simply allow to cool down a bit before adding ice, perfect for hot weather but a little less cozy, you can also top it with sparkling water for more fun).
Storing Instructions: store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Reheating Instructions: reheat in a saucepan over medium-low heat until hot (do not boil) or microwave until hot.
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Nutrition
Calories: 21kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 0.4gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 25mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 0.3mg
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