Lemongrass Tea

Brew a cup of soothing comfort with this easy and invigorating Lemongrass Tea recipe. Made with just a handful of natural ingredients, including fresh lemongrass stalks, optional ginger for a warm spice, and a splash of zesty lime juice, this tea is a fragrant blend of earthy and citrusy flavors. Perfect for relaxation or a refreshing midday boost, this herbal infusion is naturally caffeine-free and takes just 20 minutes to prepare. Sweetened with a touch of honey, it can be enjoyed hot for cozy evenings or chilled over ice for a revitalizing summer drink. Discover how simple it is to create a rejuvenating cup of lemongrass tea in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 stalks fresh lemongrass stalks
• 4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Start by thoroughly washing the lemongrass stalks under running water to remove any dirt.

Step 2

Once clean, trim the ends and remove any dry outer leaves from the lemongrass stalks.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

If using ginger, peel the ginger piece and slice it thinly.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the prepared lemongrass pieces and sliced ginger (if using) to the boiling water.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Add honey to the strained tea, stirring well until it dissolves. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Step 10

Optionally, add fresh lime juice to the tea for a zesty kick.

Step 11

Serve the lemongrass tea hot, or let it cool and serve over ice for a refreshing iced tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1171g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	272.7

Total Fat 0.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 40.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 2.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.5mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1044.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.3%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 94.0%