Ginger Tea
This ginger tea is easy to make, comforting, and can help to ward of cold and flu symptoms while soothing sore throats.
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Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 28kcal
Ingredients
Ginger Tea
- 1 x 1-inch chunk of fresh ginger with the peel intact
- 1 Cup Water
Optional Ingredients - Choose One
- 1 Stick Cinnamon
- 1 Piece Fresh Turmeric
- 3-4 Springs Mint
Optional Extras
- 1 Slice Lemon
- 1 Slice Orange
- Honey
- Agave
- Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Place the water into a saucepan and heat over medium-heat.
- As the water is heating, slice the ginger into thin slices and then add it to the saucepan.
- If adding any of the optional ingredients, add them. Either place one cinnamon stick or sliced turmeric (great for inflammation) or the springs of mint into the saucepan as well.
- Bring the water to a boil and then allow to steep for around 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan and strain while pouring into a mug. If preparing ahead, strain and pour into a mason jar.
- Add an optional extra such as honey, agave or maple syrup for sweetness, if desired.
- A slice of lemon or orange add to the tea adds extra soothing benefits as well.
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Nutrition
Calories: 28kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information is an estimate and provided as a courtesy. The values may vary according to the ingredients and tools that are used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed information.