Description
Learn how to make a delicious and beneficial dandelion tea recipe from foraged roots and leaves. This traditional herbal drink is known for its cleansing properties and rich, earthy flavor.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons dried dandelion root (or 1/4 cup fresh, chopped)
1 tablespoon dried dandelion leaves (or 1/4 cup fresh, chopped)
2 cups filtered water
Honey, maple syrup, or lemon slice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Step 1: Bring 2 cups of filtered water to a rolling boil in a small saucepan.
Step 2: Add the dried or fresh dandelion roots to the boiling water. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Step 3: Add the dried or fresh dandelion leaves to the simmering mixture. Continue to simmer, covered, for another 2-5 minutes.
Step 4: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Let the tea steep, covered, for an additional 5-10 minutes to further develop the flavors and medicinal properties.
Step 5: Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into your favorite mug, discarding the dandelion solids.
Step 6: Serve hot. You can sweeten your dandelion tea recipe with honey, maple syrup, or a slice of lemon if desired. Enjoy the earthy goodness!
Notes
For the best flavor, use organic dandelions from an untreated yard. You can dry and roast your own dandelion roots or purchase them pre-prepared from a reputable herbal supplier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks & Smoothies
- Cuisine: Herbal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
