Immune Boosting Ginger Tea

This Immune Boosting Ginger Tea recipe (also called ginger root tea) is a warm and soothing tea made with fresh ginger root.  

This homemade ginger tea is made with just two ingredients.  Add lemon slices and honey for an extra flavorful and nourishing cup of tea.

This immune-boosting tea is a popular drink during cold winter months.

Ginger Tea Recipe

• Fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
• Filtered water
• Honey and lemon for serving

Find printable recipe with measurements below.

How to Make Ginger Tea

1. Peel and slice fresh ginger. If you use organic fresh ginger, then you don’t necessarily have to peel it – your tea will turn out just a little bit darker in color.
2. Add water to sauce pan and bring to a boil.
3. Add the fresh ginger and reduce heat to a simmer.
4. Strain and discard solid pieces.
5. Serve with honey and lemon.

Sometimes I’ll add a cinnamon stick or two to the water as it boils for the added flavor.  And, as a routine, I add a drizzle of honey and a squeeze of lemon to my cup of tea.    You can make these Anti-Inflammatory Ginger Ice Cubes ahead of time for convenience for making ginger tea.  I also love to add these Detox Honey Lemon Ginger Slices to water (either hot or cold). 

I also love to keep a jar of this Ginger Syrup in my refrigerator to make ginger tea with.  Just heat up some water and swirl in a teaspoon or two of the syrup for a quick ginger tea.  This simple ginger syrup is also great added to water (plain or sparkling).

How Do You Store Fresh Ginger?

If you’ve ever wondered how to store fresh ginger root, it couldn’t be easier.  Placing whole pieces of ginger that have not been cut or grated in a zip top plastic bag in the refrigerator is the best way to keep ginger root fresh the longest.  Thicker pieces of ginger can last up to 8 weeks stored in the refrigerator this way.

Can You Freeze Ginger?

Yes!  Freezing ginger is super easy.   The best way to freeze ginger is to peel it, grate it and then measure out teaspoon-sized portions of it.  Then place them on a Silpat lined cookie sheet and pop them in the freezer for an hour or two before transferring  to a zip top plastic freezer bag.  The frozen ginger should last up to six months.   Another easy way to freeze ginger is by making these Ginger Ice Cubes.  It’s great to have already peeled and grated frozen ginger to add to hot water for tea, soups, stews, smoothies, stir-fries,  salad dressings and more. 

Looking for More Drink Recipes?

• Elderberry Tea
• Herbal Oregano Tea
• Ginger Shot
• Hibiscus Tea Recipe
• Lemon Ginger Morning Detox Drink
• Beet Ginger Detox Juice
• Detox Honey Lemon Ginger Slices
• Pineapple Ginger Cleansing Juice
• Immune Boosting Carrot Juice

Still want more ideas? Check out all my healthy drink recipes.

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Yield: 4 servings

Immune Boosting Ginger Tea

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

This Immune Boosting Ginger Tea recipe (also called ginger root tea) is a warm and soothing tea made with fresh ginger root.  

Ingredients

• 3 1-inch pieces of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
• 4 cups filtered water
• Serve with honey and lemon (optional)

Instructions

1. Peel fresh ginger root using either a knife or a peeler
2. Cut peeled fresh ginger into slices (if your ginger is organic, you don't need to peel it)
3. Add water to a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium high heat
4. Drop in the ginger slices, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes
5. Strain the tea, discarding the ginger pieces
6. Serve with honey and lemon.

Notes

Variations

• Boil a cinnamon stick with the water and ginger for added flavor and nutritional benefits.
• Add a drizzle of honey and fresh lemon to your cup of ginger tea.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 29Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 11mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 1gSugar: 5gProtein: 0g

theharvestkitchen.com attempts to provide accurate information, however, this nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. The nutritional information provided comes from online sources and calculations.