Lemon Ginger Cayenne Tea Recipe

Soothe a scratchy throat and boost your immunity with this vibrant and flavorful Lemon Ginger Cayenne Tea! This warming elixir combines the zesty freshness of lemon, the spicy kick of cayenne, and the soothing power of ginger for a truly delightful and effective remedy. Perfect for cold and flu season, or anytime you need a comforting pick-me-up.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 70.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Ginger Cayenne Tea

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How to Make Lemon Ginger Cayenne Tea

  1. Boil 1 cup of water.
  2. While the water boils, peel and finely chop 1 inch piece of fresh ginger.
  3. Add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (or to taste), the chopped ginger, and the juice of 1/2 a lemon to a mug.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon of honey (or to taste).
  5. Pour the boiling water over the ingredients in the mug.
  6. Let steep for 5-10 minutes, or until the ginger is fragrant and the tea has reached your desired strength.
  7. Stir well before enjoying. Optional: Add a lemon wedge for extra zing!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

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