Ingredients
1/4 cup fresh dandelion roots, scrubbed and chopped (or 2 tbsp dried dandelion root)
1/2 cup fresh dandelion leaves, washed and chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dandelion leaf)
4 cups filtered water
Optional: Honey, maple syrup, lemon slice, or ginger slice for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Thoroughly wash fresh dandelion roots and leaves. If using fresh roots, scrub them clean to remove all soil.
Step 2: Chop the cleaned roots into small, 1/4 to 1/2 inch pieces. Roughly chop the leaves.
Step 3: (Optional: For a richer, coffee-like flavor) Spread the chopped roots on a baking sheet. Roast in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 20-30 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Step 4: Combine the chopped dandelion roots (roasted or unroasted) and leaves in a saucepan or teapot.
Step 5: Bring 4 cups of filtered water to a boil in a separate pot.
Step 6: Pour the boiling water over the dandelion pieces in the saucepan or teapot.
Step 7: Cover and steep for 5-10 minutes for leaves, or 10-15 minutes for roots, or longer for a stronger tea.
Step 8: Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs, pressing the solids to extract all liquid.
Step 9: Serve hot, optionally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, and garnished with a slice of lemon or ginger. Enjoy your homemade dandelion tea recipe!
Notes
Always ensure dandelions are harvested from pesticide-free areas. Roasting the roots enhances their flavor, giving the tea a coffee-like richness. Adjust steeping time to your preferred strength. This dandelion tea recipe is versatile!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (if roasting roots)
- Category: How To
- Cuisine: Herbal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240ml)
- 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: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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