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Dandelion Tea Recipe Weight Loss drink with lemon, ginger, fresh dandelion roots, and flowers on a rustic wooden table
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Dandelion Tea Recipe Weight Loss

Dandelion Tea Recipe Weight Loss helps reduce bloating naturally with simple herbs. Try this easy detox tea recipe today.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks, Herbal Tea
Cuisine: Herbal Wellness
Calories: 12
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon dried dandelion root or 2 tablespoons fresh chopped root
  • 1 tablespoon dried dandelion leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh or dried dandelion flowers
  • 2 thin slices fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups filtered water
  • Optional raw honey for sweetness

Method
 

  1. Add dandelion roots and water to a small saucepan.
  2. Bring to a light boil over medium heat.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and add dandelion leaves, flowers, and ginger.
  5. Cover and steep for another 10 minutes.
  6. Strain into cups and stir in fresh lemon juice.
  7. Add raw honey if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition Facts Per Serving
Nutrient
 Approximate Amount Per Cup
Calories
 8 to 12 calories
Carbohydrates
 2 g
Sugar
 Less than 1 g
Fiber
 1 g
Protein
 Less than 1 g
Fat
 0 g
Potassium
 140 to 180 mg
Vitamin A
 Small natural amount
Vitamin K
 Small natural amount
Antioxidants
 Present from dandelion and ginger
Caffeine
 0 mg
Recipe Notes
  • Use only untreated and chemical free dandelions.
  • Drink 30 minutes before meals for digestion support.
  • Store dried dandelion parts in airtight glass jars away from sunlight.
  • For iced tea, chill the mixture and serve over ice with lemon slices.